Trump builds UFC cage on White House lawn for 80th and US 250th celebrations

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Construction has begun on the White House South Lawn to build an octagon-shaped cage for an upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship event. The mixed martial arts fight is scheduled to take place on June 14.

The bout is being held to mark the 250th anniversary of American Independence. The occasion also coincides with Donald Trump's 80th birthday.

President Trump is a fan of the UFC and has attended a series of fights in the past. Despite the high-profile venue, some people online have described the fight card as underwhelming, citing that there are only two championship fights.

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