Jon Jones expressed frustration towards Dana White for denying him the opportunity to participate in a prestigious White House event next year. Jones, who recently retired from professional fighting, claimed the heavyweight title in 2023 by defeating Ciryl Gane and successfully defended it with a knockout victory over Stipe Miocic. Despite speculation of a potential match with Tom Aspinall, Jones did not confirm his participation in the bout.
After Jones’ retirement, Aspinall was promoted to the undisputed champion position. However, Jones re-entered the UFC testing pool following news of a planned UFC event at the White House under Donald Trump’s direction. While many fighters expressed interest in being part of this historic event, Dana White’s decision has posed a significant setback for the two-division champion.
During the UFC 318 post-fight press conference, White indicated that Jones would not be included in the lineup for the White House event due to potential risks. In response, Jones expressed disappointment but affirmed his commitment to training and readiness for a fight in July as determined by the promotion.
Trump recently announced plans to host a UFC event at the White House, generating excitement among his supporters. Although the UFC has not officially confirmed the event, Dana White’s positive reaction to Trump’s proposal suggests a potential endorsement.
While Jones’ return to the octagon remains uncertain, he has voiced his desire to participate in the groundbreaking White House event scheduled for next July. In an interview with TMZ, Jones shared his goal of competing on the Washington card, hinting at a potential retirement post-event while leaving room for speculation about his future in the sport.
