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White House builds “The Claw” for Trump’s 80th UFC fight
Filed: Jun 12, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Summary: A giant UFC cage arena called “The Claw” was built on the White House South Lawn for Trump’s 80th birthday fight.
WHO: White House
WHAT: Construction of “The Claw,” a UFC cage arena on the White House South Lawn for a Sunday tournament
WHEN: Jun 12, 2026 at 12:28 AM ET
WHERE: White House South Lawn, USA
WHY: To host a UFC tournament for Donald Trump’s 80th birthday
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