Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
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The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
Construction is underway at the White House for a UFC cage match on President Trump's birthday in June. Political strategists Kendra Barkoff Lamy and Terry Sullivan join to discuss.
UFC president and CEO Dana White joins "CBS Mornings" to break down UFC 328, which is being held this weekend. The main event features undefeated champion Khamzat Chimaev defending his middleweight belt against former champion Sean Strickland.
President Trump on Wednesday spoke to reporters about the prospects of a final deal with Iran, saying U.S. officials have had "very good talks over the last 24 hours."
UFC reporter and host Megan Olivi breaks down what to know about UFC 327 on Saturday. The title fight features former champion Jiří Procházka, who is taking on fast-rising star Carlos Ulberg.
A UFC fighter named Tatiana Suarez is competing in UFC 327 this weekend in Miami. Tony Dokoupil spoke with her.
College student Aniah Blanchard had a deep fear of being kidnapped. When she disappears, UFC fighter Walt Harris battles for justice for his stepdaughter. CBS News special correspondent James Brown reports for "48 Hours." Editor's note: On March 19, 2026, a jury found Ibraheem Yazeed guilty of felony murder and murder in the death of Aniah Blanchard. Yazeed was not found guilty of capital murder and no longer faces the death penalty.
UFC reporter Megan Olivi speaks with "CBS Mornings" about how UFC is celebrating female athletes with its "Breaking Barriers" initiative and previews UFC 326 as Max Holloway takes on Charles Oliveira.
UFC commentator Laura Sanko joins "CBS Mornings" to preview Saturday's UFC fight where defending champion Max Holloway will take on Charles Oliveira for the BMF title.
As CEO and president of Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White has taken the hard-hitting sport of mixed martial arts to its highest-profile moment this summer: a UFC match on the South Lawn of the White House.
Dana White recalls acquiring the UFC for $2 million. At the time, things were so dire that they didn't even own their website domain, UFC.com. Watch more of Luke Burbank's interview with UFC CEO Dana White on "CBS Sunday Morning" this weekend.
UFC CEO Dana White told "CBS Sunday Morning" that he urges fans to "be authentic" and not let politics interfere with their love of the sport.
UFC CEO Dana White urges fans to "be authentic" and not let politics interfere with their love of the sport. Watch more of Luke Burbank's interview with White on "CBS Sunday Morning" this weekend.
Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes in the UFC 325 main event on what's expected to be an action-packed fight card.
Paramount+ is the new home of the UFC. The streaming service and CBS News have the same parent company, Paramount Skydance. The first event, UFC 324 in Las Vegas, kicks off on Saturday night. Host and fight announcer Curran Bhatia joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
UFC 324 is set to premiere on Paramount+ with a fight between Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje. UFC commentator Jon Anik joins CBS News with more.
UFC is entering a new era on Paramount+ beginning later this month. UFC President and CEO Dana White explains what to expect and previews some of the major upcoming matchups.
The UFC cut fighter Issac Dulgarian days after his loss by first round submission prompted a probe of potential pre-bout irregular betting patterns. He was the favorite in the contest.
Former UFC fighter Suman Mokhtarian was gunned down in a "brazen" shooting in Sydney, police said, months after surviving an attempt on his life.
When Dana White took over the UFC more than 20 years ago, it was unprofitable and largely unsanctioned. Now it's worth billions and has penetrated mainstream culture.
UFC CEO Dana White explains how he helped turn the UFC into a global empire worth billions. He talks about his friendship with President Trump and his plans for a 2026 fight on the White House lawn.
UFC CEO Dana White explains how he helped turn the UFC into a global empire worth billions. He talks about his friendship with President Trump and his plans for a 2026 fight on the White House lawn.
"CBS News" parent company Paramount has secured U.S. TV rights to UFC in a $7.7 billion deal. MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports on what the move means for the league and its fans.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
UFC CEO Dana White joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the $7.7 billion deal giving Paramount, the parent company of CBS News, exclusive U.S. broadcast rights to all UFC events starting in 2026.