Donald Trump receives notably warm reception at UFC 302 event
(MENAFN) Amidst a backdrop of legal controversies, former United States President Donald trump received a notably warm reception at the UFC 302 event in New Jersey on Saturday. As Trump took his seat ringside next to UFC President Dana White, the crowd erupted in chants of “we want Trump” and a more profane “f**k Joe Biden,” directed at his opponent in the upcoming 2024 presidential race. The enthusiastic welcome included a standing ovation and the display of Trump 2024 flags, with some footage capturing Trump raising his fist in response to the crowd’s support.
The event, headlined by a lightweight championship bout between Russia’s Islam Makhachev and America’s Dustin Poirier, saw Makhachev retain his title after a five-round submission victory. However, the spotlight on Trump was almost as intense as the championship bout itself, as the former president’s presence and the crowd’s reaction highlighted the fervent political sentiments among his supporters.
Trump's appearance at the event came just two days after he was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, related to alleged 'hush money' payments to porn actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election and subsequent efforts to conceal the transactions. Despite being the first United States president ever convicted of a felony, Trump has vehemently denied the accusations. He has described the trial as a politically motivated witch hunt and labeled the proceedings as “rigged” and “disgraceful.”
As Trump navigates his legal battles, his public appearances continue to draw significant attention and support from his base, underscoring the polarized nature of American politics and the intense loyalty of his followers. The UFC 302 event served as a vivid example of the enduring and contentious impact of Trump's political career.
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