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Colby Covington Shares ‘Historic’ Election Night Conversation with Donald Trump

Colby Covington Shares 'Historic' Election Night Conversation with Donald TrumpColby Covington called Donald Trump’s re-election the “most historic night” of his life. On Tuesday, much of the UFC…

Colby Covington Shares 'Historic' Election Night Conversation with Donald Trump

Colby Covington called Donald Trump’s re-election the “most historic night” of his life.

On Tuesday, much of the UFC roster and its CEO were in celebration mode after Trump was elected to a second term as President of the United States after being fired from the job in 2020. Trump handily secured both the popular vote and more than enough electoral votes to retake the White House and will resume his leadership of the country on January 20, 2025.

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Speaking on the evening during an interview with Submission Radio, Covington shared a brief conversation he had with Trump while celebrating the three-time GOP nominee’s big win at his Mar-A-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida.

“Probably the most historic night of my life. I mean, when you’re talking in terms of the future of our country. And the future of the world, really, because America. Everything goes to America,” Covington said. “We exchanged a couple of words, you know. He’s excited. He’s always asking, ‘Colby, when is your next fight? Man, I want to come to your next fight’. And, you know, so he’s going to be there at the next fight” (h/t MMA News).

Covington has been an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump for many years and often dedicates a part of his post-fight interviews to the 34-time convicted felon — when Covington actually fights, that is.

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UFC Not interested in booking colby covington for Interim Welterweight Title Fight

As for when ‘Chaos’ will step back into the Octagon, the three-time title challenger revealed that he reached out to the UFC to step in and fight Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 for an interim welterweight title after undisputed champion Belal Muhammad backed out of the event due to a bone infection in his foot.

Unfortunately for Covington, the UFC was not interested.

“Yeah, I offered [to fill in at UFC 310],” Covington added. “I told the UFC that I was willing to step up to the plate and I would love to save the show and put on a good show for the fans. They pay their hard-earned money for big mega-fights. They need a mega-fight, that’s not a mega-fight. They need someone who’s going to put asses in seats and entertain people.”

“I was excited. I wanted the fight and I asked for it but I think they have other plans. But, you know, I’m still [in] their plans. I’m still the biggest star in the division.”

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UFC’s Dana White Picked as Donald Trump’s Press Secretary for White House Role

Donald Trump Dana White Press SecretaryWill Dana White be Donald Trump’s pick for White House Press Secretary? After Donald Trump won the 2024 U.S….

Donald Trump Dana White Press Secretary

Will Dana White be Donald Trump’s pick for White House Press Secretary? After Donald Trump won the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Dana White, the president of UFC and a longtime friend of Trump, gave an emotional speech celebrating Trump’s victory.

White praised Donald Trump as “the most resilient, hardworking man” he’s ever met, calling the win “karma” after years of media attacks. White’s speech was full of support for Trump and his family, and it caught the attention of many people who believe that White could play a role in Trump’s second administration.

Dana White as Donald Trump’s Press Secretary

There has been speculation from various people online that Dana White could be given a high-profile position in Trump’s cabinet, with some even suggesting he should become the new White House press secretary. White has said in the past that he’s not involved in politics, but he’s made an exception for Trump, given their close friendship. Trump’s sons, Eric and Don Jr., are reportedly helping with the process of selecting people for key roles in the new administration.

Along with White, other prominent figures like Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are also expected to play significant roles in Trump’s second term. Musk could be put in charge of a new government efficiency commission to audit federal agencies, while Kennedy, despite being a political rival, is expected to oversee the nation’s health agencies. Trump’s new cabinet is shaping up to be filled with influential figures, many of whom are close allies or supporters, reflecting his strong ties to the billionaire class and his movement.

“Couldn’t stop him, he keeps moving forward. He doesn’t quit, he’s the most resilient and hardworking man I’ve ever met in my life, his family are incredible people, this is karma ladies and gentlemen he deserves this. They deserve it as a family.”

Dana White has long been the president of the UFC and was able to bring the largely banned sport to the mainstream. When MMA was banned by most US states, Donald Trump gave the UFC a platform with his casinos. Since then, White has long been a supporter of Trump and his presidential bid. He can often be seen speaking at rallies and publicly on TV. Additionally, White has allowed Trump to campaign at state-side UFC events and often sits cageside.

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Khamzat Chimaev and UFC Fighters Comment on Donald Trump’s 2024 US Election Win

Khamzat Chimaev and UFC Fighters Comment on Donald Trump's 2024 US Election WinUFC fighters like Khamzat Chimaev, Jorge Masvidal, Colby Covington, and Justin Gaethje were in a jovial mood on Wednesday…

Khamzat Chimaev and UFC Fighters Comment on Donald Trump's 2024 US Election Win

UFC fighters like Khamzat Chimaev, Jorge Masvidal, Colby Covington, and Justin Gaethje were in a jovial mood on Wednesday after Donald Trump was declared the next president of the United States.

Trump is now two out of three in presidential elections (regardless of what Renato Moicano thinks about the 2020 results) and will move back into 1600 Pennsylvania on January 20 when he is sworn in as the 47th president of the United States.

Despite early polling numbers favoring incumbent Kamala Harris, Trump outlasted the competition and overperformed in some surprising areas to secure well over the 270 electoral votes necessary to win.

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As expected, a large number of UFC fighters celebrated the victory on social media. Ben Askren was especially excited over the result, posting multiple times throughout the day. To be fair, he doesn’t have much else to do these days.

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Israel Adesanya, Khamzat Chimaev, & Other UFC Fighters React As Donald Trump Wins The 2024 US Presidential Election

A number of UFC fighters were vocal on social media across last night and this morning, as Donald Trump emerged victorious from the 2024 US presidential election. Republican Trump will return to the White House after defeating Democrat opponent Kamala Harris. His victory was confirmed after he surpassed 270 electoral college votes, and he looks […]

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A number of UFC fighters were vocal on social media across last night and this morning, as Donald Trump emerged victorious from the 2024 US presidential election.

Republican Trump will return to the White House after defeating Democrat opponent Kamala Harris. His victory was confirmed after he surpassed 270 electoral college votes, and he looks set to collect all seven swing states.

The triumph has secured a second term in office for the 78-year-old, who has become only the second president in history to win a non-consecutive second term following Joe Biden’s success in the 2020 election.

While polls were predicting a tight contest, Trump comfortably beat Harris after taking a firm lead in the national poplar vote. He’ll now mark the oldest man elected to the United States’ highest office.

Despite becoming the first former president to be convicted of a criminal offense, Trump — whose first term concluded in controversy after his supporters stormed the Capitol in protest of Biden’s 2020 win — has had plenty of prominent supporters, especially in the fight game.

In addition to his friendship with UFC CEO Dana White, a number of fighters have voiced their support for the 45th and soon-to-be 47th US president. That trend largely continued on social media during election night and in the aftermath of Trump’s win being confirmed.

Active and former UFC athletes commented on the result, from former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Khamzat Chimaev to staunch Trump supporters Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal.

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Israel Adesanya, Khamzat Chimaev, & Other UFC Fighters React As Donald Trump Wins The 2024 US Presidential Election

A number of UFC fighters were vocal on social media across last night and this morning, as Donald Trump emerged victorious from the 2024 US presidential election. Republican Trump will return to the White House after defeating Democrat opponent Kamala Harris. His victory was confirmed after he surpassed 270 electoral college votes, and he looks […]

Continue Reading Israel Adesanya, Khamzat Chimaev, & Other UFC Fighters React As Donald Trump Wins The 2024 US Presidential Election at MMA News.

A number of UFC fighters were vocal on social media across last night and this morning, as Donald Trump emerged victorious from the 2024 US presidential election.

Republican Trump will return to the White House after defeating Democrat opponent Kamala Harris. His victory was confirmed after he surpassed 270 electoral college votes, and he looks set to collect all seven swing states.

The triumph has secured a second term in office for the 78-year-old, who has become only the second president in history to win a non-consecutive second term following Joe Biden’s success in the 2020 election.

While polls were predicting a tight contest, Trump comfortably beat Harris after taking a firm lead in the national poplar vote. He’ll now mark the oldest man elected to the United States’ highest office.

Despite becoming the first former president to be convicted of a criminal offense, Trump — whose first term concluded in controversy after his supporters stormed the Capitol in protest of Biden’s 2020 win — has had plenty of prominent supporters, especially in the fight game.

In addition to his friendship with UFC CEO Dana White, a number of fighters have voiced their support for the 45th and soon-to-be 47th US president. That trend largely continued on social media during election night and in the aftermath of Trump’s win being confirmed.

Active and former UFC athletes commented on the result, from former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Khamzat Chimaev to staunch Trump supporters Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal.

Continue Reading Israel Adesanya, Khamzat Chimaev, & Other UFC Fighters React As Donald Trump Wins The 2024 US Presidential Election at MMA News.

‘Migrant League’ vs. UFC Champions? President-Elect Donald Trump Says Dana White Should Make It Happen

Dana White Donald TrumpPresident-Elect Donald Trump has an idea for UFC president Dana White. Trump won the US election for 2024 on…

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President-Elect Donald Trump has an idea for UFC president Dana White. Trump won the US election for 2024 on November 5. He captured the presidency in 2016, lost in 2020, and returned in 2024 with help along with way from Dana White.

Donald Trump pitches ‘Migrant League’ vs. UFC Champions

The luxury hotel mogul Donald Trump has long been a supporter of MMA and the UFC. Trump gave the UFC a platform for their events when most US states outlawed the sport. Additionally, Trump worked closely with the MMA company Affliction.

Since his presidential loss, Dana White has been a vocal supporter of the presidential nominee Donald Trump. White has spoken at rallies and supported him publicly on CNN and elsewhere. The UFC president even brought Trump out to UFC events and sat cageside with him.

In a prior speech, Donald Trump had an idea to pit UFC champion against migrants. He explained:

“I wanted those Penn State guys to wrestle the migrants. You know, the UFC, Dana White? I told Dana to set up a league of champions—unbelievable fighters, the best in the world—and then a migrant league. At the end, I’d want the migrant to go against the champion. And I think the migrant might actually win. That’s how tough some of these guys are. But honestly? I don’t know, I doubt it. I tell ya.”

Donald Trump pitches 'Migrant League’ vs. UFC Champions Dana White
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