Urged by Trump, UFC adds Lewis vs. Hokit to White House card
By Brett Okamoto
Published on April 12, 2026.
The UFC has added all-time knockout leader Derrick Lewis to its summer card at the White House, following a request from President Donald Trump. Lewis will compete against Josh Hokit in a heavyweight match at UFC Freedom Fights 250. The announcement came after Hokit defeated Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 in Miami. White, who was in attendance at the event, decided to make the match after speaking with Hokit after his victory.
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