Trump Attends UFC 309: A Showdown of Power and Politics in New York
- President-elect Donald Trump attended the UFC heavyweight championship at Madison Square Garden.
- Trump's visit to New York followed recent announcements about his cabinet choices.
- Elon Musk, a key Trump ally, suggested using his platform for public input on the Treasury Department pick.
Trump Attends UFC Championship in New York
President-elect Donald Trump attended the UFC heavyweight championship at Madison Square Garden. He watched Stipe Miocic fight Jon Jones for the heavyweight title. Trump has been a longtime fan of the UFC and often attends major matches.
Trump’s visit to New York followed recent announcements about his cabinet choices. He selected Chris Wright, the CEO of Liberty Energy, to lead the Energy Department. Wright supports oil and gas development, aligning with Trump’s vision for U.S. energy dominance.
Elon Musk, a key Trump ally, suggested using his platform for public input on the Treasury Department pick. Musk endorsed Howard Lutnick for the role over Scott Bessent, favoring Lutnick for enacting change.
Trump has made several cabinet announcements recently, including Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and former Representative Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. The Treasury Department role remains a key position yet to be filled.
Additionally, Trump appointed Will Scharf as assistant to the president and White House staff secretary. House Speaker Mike Johnson met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago before the fight.
Since winning the election, Trump has spent much time at Mar-a-Lago, hosting various events. His connection to UFC President Dana White spans over two decades. Trump and White have appeared together at numerous events, strengthening their political ties.
This trip to the UFC match highlighted Trump’s ongoing engagement with his supporters and his interests in sports and energy policy.