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Donald Trump ally Roger Stone wants to fight Joe Rogan after declining former president’s podcast pitch

Donald TrumpFormer U.S. President Donald Trump may get a lot of love from Dana White, but he won’t get the same treatment from long-time commentator and popular podcaster Joe Rogan. Rogan has established himself as one of the world’s most popular media figures thanks to his immensely popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. Averaging 11 million […]

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump may get a lot of love from Dana White, but he won’t get the same treatment from long-time commentator and popular podcaster Joe Rogan.

Rogan has established himself as one of the world’s most popular media figures thanks to his immensely popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. Averaging 11 million listeners per episode, an appearance on the show is an incredible opportunity to expand one’s brand and reach an unprecedented number of people.

Over the years, Donald Trump has made several pitches in an effort to get on the program, but they have all fallen on deaf ears thus far. As it turns out, Rogan has zero interest in giving ’45’ a platform to further his wildly-inept political career.

“I’m not a Trump supporter in any way, shape, or form,” Rogan previously told Lex Fridman. “I’ve had the opportunity to have him on my show more than once. I’ve said no every time. I don’t want to help him. I’m not interested in helping him.”

Joe Rogan Again Rejected Donald Trump Following His Appearance at UFC 290

Joe Rogan once again declined Trump access to his studio following the ex-President’s appearance at UFC 290 earlier this month, a slight that did not sit well with Trump’s political ally Roger Stone. In an interview with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, Stone challenged Joe Rogan to a scrap inside the Octagon.

“I know I can definitely take him,” Stone told Jones (via Daily Beast). “I hit the heavy bag for an hour every Saturday.”

We’re not sure how Roger Stone manages to get an hour in on the heavy bag every week with his busy schedule cosplaying as a Dick Tracy villain, but kudos to him.

“The mere discussion of Donald Trump on a blockbuster podcast like Joe Rogan builds a remarkable audience,” a Trump adviser told Daily Beast. “Perhaps the only person bigger in the new media world than Joe Rogan is Donald Trump and the whole idea that the two of them would be together at long last — it would be an incredible audience.”

Looks like Donald Trump will have to stick to exchanging forced pleasantries with Joe Rogen whenever he decides to show up for a UFC event.

Donald Trump credits Jorge Masvidal for successful campaign in Florida: ‘He was a big fan of mine’

TrumpFormer U.S. President Donald Trump credited much of his success in the state of Florida to recently retired UFC star and outspoken supporter, Jorge Masvidal. Fans inside the T-Mobile Arena were shocked to see Trump, who had recently been indicted on 37 different charges, including obstruction and unlawful retention of defense information, walk through the […]

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump credited much of his success in the state of Florida to recently retired UFC star and outspoken supporter, Jorge Masvidal.

Fans inside the T-Mobile Arena were shocked to see Trump, who had recently been indicted on 37 different charges, including obstruction and unlawful retention of defense information, walk through the tunnel to take in the action at UFC 290 earlier this month. As it turns out, the 45th President of the United States spoke with Jim Norton and Matt Serra earlier that day, detailing his relationship with the UFC, Dana White, and many of the promotion’s biggest stars.

Speaking about one of his most loyal supporters, Jorge Masvidal, Trump suggested that the campaigning ‘Gamebred’ did on his behalf in the state of Florida played a big role in him taking the state during his re-election bid.

“Jorge Masvidal… You know why I love him? I love people that like me, he liked me,” Trump said. “He’s a guy from Cuba, who got left alone in life at nine years old…

“Jorge’s a great guy, and he was campaigning for me. He was a big fan of mine, politically. And I’ll tell you, it had a big difference, I did phenomenally well in Miami and in all of Florida with the Hispanic population, and I credit a lot of that to Jorge, so we love Jorge.”

Donald Trump was also on hand at UFC 287 to see Jorge Masvial’s swansong. Following his unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Burns, ‘Gamebred’ dedicated a portion of his sort-of retirement speech to the embattled ex-President.

“Also I want to say, the greatest president in the history of the world, sitting right there,” Masvidal said whilst gesturing toward Trump. “I love that guy!” Masvidal continued, spurring the crowd into a chant of “Let’s go Brandon”, a coded political message meaning, ‘F*ck Joe Biden.’

Ironically, Donald Trump has also established a friendship with Masvidal’s former friend turned bitter rival Colby Covington and had nothing, but nice things to say about another former foe of ‘Gamebred,’ Kamaru Usman.

“This sport is interesting. I watched Usman. I think he’s a terrific guy, by the way,” Trump continued. “Terrific person and I only say that because when people say nice about me, I say nice about them, but he is a terrific [person] and a fantastic fighter.

Between 2019 and 2022, the welterweight division became a big game of round robin with Jorge Masvidal, Colby Covington, and Kamaru Usman competing against one another five times during the three-year span. ‘Gamebred’ was the only one that failed to conjure up a victory during that timeframe.

Perhaps if he had spent more time in the gym rather than passing out MAGA fliers in downtown Miami…

Ex-President Donald Trump paid $2.5 million by Triller for commentating Holyfield Vs. Belfort event

Donald Trump paid $2.5 million for Holyfield and Belfort fight by TrillerFormer United States President, Donald Trump, received a huge payment for commentating the Evander Holyfield Vs. Vitor Belfort in 2021. In the few years since Triller has moved into the combat sports world, their story has been filled with controversies and questionable business decisions. They did get off to a good start however, putting on […]

Donald Trump paid $2.5 million for Holyfield and Belfort fight by Triller

Former United States President, Donald Trump, received a huge payment for commentating the Evander Holyfield Vs. Vitor Belfort in 2021.

In the few years since Triller has moved into the combat sports world, their story has been filled with controversies and questionable business decisions. They did get off to a good start however, putting on a fight between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr in November of 2020. The exhibition contest was well received and drew great interest – reportedly doing over one million pay-per-view buys.

They would also play host to the Jake Paul Vs Ben Askren fight, an event which would oddly feature performances by huge music stars such as Diplo, Justin Bieber and Doja Cat.

In February 2021, Triller would outbid both Matchroom and Top Rank to promote the first fight between George Kambosos Jr. and Teofimo Lopez. However, after spending $10 million Triller wore unable to put on the event, being found in default of their contractual obligations and the rights would then be given to Matchroom.

Triller has also involved in several lawsuits over the past few years, both as plaintiff and defendant. They have been sued several times non-payment.

Triller Pays Donald Trump millions

As if their financial decisions could be summed up perfectly, it has now come to light that they paid Trump a huge fee for his time on the commentary desk. The Washington Post reported a fee of $2.5 million was paid to America’s 45th president. In a statement, Triller stated would state –

“The payment made to Trump for his commentary was consistent with the fees typically received by celebrity commentators.”

On September 11 in 2021, Triller put a boxing event, shamefully pitting a 58-year-old Holyfield against Beflort. The Brazilian would make quick work of the former heavyweight champion, knocking him out in the first round. The undercard would also feature Anderson Silva Vs. Tito Ortiz, jono Carroll Vs. Andy Vences and David Haye Vs. Joe Fournier.

Trump has been around the combat sports for decades, most recently being cage side for UFC 290 just two weeks ago.

the full fight between Holyfield and Belfort which was commentated by Donald Trump

Was Donald Trump’s commentary worth $2.5 million?

Former U.S. President Donald Trump makes his presence felt at UFC 290 in Las Vegas

TrumpEmbattled former U.S. President Donald Trump shocked fans and fighters inside the T-Mobile Arena with his surprise appearance at UFC 290 on Saturday night. Trump emerged from the tunnel alongside Dana White and a bevy of secret service agents and was as social as ever, greeting fans who appeared to be genuinely excited to see […]

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Embattled former U.S. President Donald Trump shocked fans and fighters inside the T-Mobile Arena with his surprise appearance at UFC 290 on Saturday night.

Trump emerged from the tunnel alongside Dana White and a bevy of secret service agents and was as social as ever, greeting fans who appeared to be genuinely excited to see him in the public eye once again. Sitting cageside, the 45th President of the United States was spotted speaking with many members of the broadcast team, including Daniel Cormier and Joe Rogan, who were on hand to lend their special brand of expertise at the commentary table.

Trump is a longtime fan of the UFC and has made his presence known at past events. He is also a close friend of Dana White, who spoke on his behalf during the Republican National Convention in 2020.

Perhaps by design, Trump entered the building while Kid Rock’s ‘American Badass’ played over the loudspeakers.

Dricus Du Plessis Greets Donald Trump Moments After Scoring the Biggest Win of His Career

While ’45’ was spotted shaking hands and conversing with multiple admirers throughout the event, the most noteworthy moment came when newly emerged middleweight title contender Dricus Du Plessis hopped the cage wall in order to shake Trump’s hand seconds after scoring a stunning second-round knockout against former world champion Robert Whittaker.

Du Plessis emerged as the next man in line to challenge reigning middleweight titleholder Israel Adesanya after finishing ‘The Reaper’ in highlight-reel fashion. ‘Stillknocks’ earned himself a $50,000 performance bonus, a title opportunity, and a handshake from a former President. All in all, it was a very good night for the South African standout, even if his celebration was snuffed out by an enraged Adesanya who made his way into the cage and proceeded to hurl racially charged insults at his next opponent.

Donald Trump also had the opportunity to take in two spectacular UFC title fights in the co-main and main event of the evening. Alexandre Pantoja proved once again that he has Brandon Moreno’s number, capturing the flyweight title in a five-round war that had fans on the edge of their seats.

In the evening’s headliner, Alexander Volkanovski once again showed why he is one of the pound-for-pound best in the world, scoring a TKO against interim champion Yair Rodriguez in the third round.

Video – Donald Trump appears to lose wager to Kid Rock during UFC 287, hands over wad of cash

Donald Trump loses bet to Kid Rock UFC 287 Adesanya PereiraFormer president Donald Trump was spotted losing his UFC 287 main event bet to Kid Rock. UFC 287 was promoted as a stacked card which delivered on all cylinders, and a star-studded lineup of guests often became the centre of attraction, most notably when the 45th president entered the building. He was greeted with heavy […]

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Former president Donald Trump was spotted losing his UFC 287 main event bet to Kid Rock.

UFC 287 was promoted as a stacked card which delivered on all cylinders, and a star-studded lineup of guests often became the centre of attraction, most notably when the 45th president entered the building.

He was greeted with heavy cheers from a sold-out Miami crowd, and sat next to Dana White throughout the night.

Donald Trump has taken over the media recently following his court case in New York City, although this hasn’t stopped him from enjoying himself in Florida.

White, who’s been a longtime friend of Trump, described him as a passionate UFC fan who regularly calls him to chat about recent fights.

Donald Trump coughs up cash to musician, Kid Rock

This time out at UFC 287, Donald Trump was spotted by a fan in the crowd not only enjoying the spectacle, but wagering on it as well.

It appeared as though Trump was confident with his money on the reigning champion Alex Pereira, but he may have been left stunned along with the entire MMA community after Israel Adesanya reclaimed his throne in brutal fashion.

Following the co-main event, Jorge Masvidal not only stole headlines by likely retiring from the sport, but he also engaged the cheering Miami crowd while he saluted the former president.

Kid Rock may have a unique souvenir to add in his collection after being handed his cash prize from Trump, and he was seen as joyful as ever posing with an interesting combination of personalities next to the cage.

Donald Trump treated to front row seating at UFC 287, Dana White boasts of his ‘Love’ for MMA

Donald Trump, Dana White, UFC 287Former United States President Donald Trump is a mixed martial arts fanatic, according to UFC president Dana White. During the UFC 287 post-fight press conference, White revealed Trump’s familiarity with the UFC product. “So this guy calls me twice a month and will talk to me for an hour about fights that have happened since […]

Donald Trump, Dana White, UFC 287

Former United States President Donald Trump is a mixed martial arts fanatic, according to UFC president Dana White.

During the UFC 287 post-fight press conference, White revealed Trump’s familiarity with the UFC product.

“So this guy calls me twice a month and will talk to me for an hour about fights that have happened since we last talked,” White said. “And he knows everybody. He knows what they did and who they fought last. He’s a huge fight fan, loves this stuff.”

When asked who Trump’s favorite fighters were, White revealed that it was Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington, who have both been outspoken about their affiliation with the 45th President of the United States.

Donald Trump and the UFC Have Done Business Together

Trump, who was in attendance this past Saturday at UFC 287, has a longtime connection with the promotion that dates back to UFC 31. 

The event was held at the Trump Taj Mahal, now renamed the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in May 2001. 

White, who became UFC president the same year, credits Trump for his early involvement with the company. 

“Donald Trump has been such a good friend to me since the day I met him. When we bought this company, [it] had such a bad stigma attached to it in sport that we couldn’t even get into venues,” White told Fox News’ Tucker Carlson last September. “Donald Trump saw this thing could possibly be big and he offered us to come, do the event at the Trump Taj Mahal, cut us a very fair deal. We went down there and we did the two events with him. He showed up for the first fight, stayed ‘till the last fight.” 

Trump, who was joined by White, Kid Rock and Mike Tyson, watched all the fast-paced action cageside at UFC 287 in Miami, Florida.