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Trump Attends UFC 327 in Miami After Iran Conflict Start

Published 12 April 2026

President Donald Trump attended UFC 327 at the Kaseya Center in Miami on Saturday night, marking his first appearance at a major sporting event since the onset of the U.S.-involved conflict with Iran in late February. The president received loud cheers from the crowd as he entered the arena alongside Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White and family members, including daughters Ivanka Trump and Tiffany Trump.

Trump's arrival came shortly after 9 p.m., accompanied by music from Kid Rock. He made his way through the venue, shaking hands with attendees and waving to fans before approaching the commentary desk. There, he shared a brief, friendly exchange with podcaster and UFC commentator Joe Rogan, shaking hands and leaning in for a few words. Rogan, who smiled during the interaction, has recently voiced sharp criticisms of U.S. policy toward Iran on his podcast, "The Joe Rogan Experience." In one episode, he warned that American aggression could escalate into a global conflict, stating, "That's how you start a World War III." Rogan also expressed frustration with the war's origins, saying it contradicted Trump's campaign promises of avoiding new conflicts and left many...

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