Fans packed the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday night for the much-anticipated UFC 316 matchup between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley. But the headline fight wasn’t the only source of excitement — President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance, drawing cheers from the crowd.
Although his attendance wasn’t officially announced, many fans seemed to anticipate his arrival. Trump entered the arena alongside UFC CEO Dana White, a longtime supporter and political ally, as the crowd roared in approval.
Ahead of the fight, Fox News spoke with attendees to get their views on Trump’s performance during the first six months of his second presidential term. Reactions ranged from enthusiastic support to skepticism.
Trump’s presence at UFC events has become a regular occurrence, and Saturday was no exception. He received a warm welcome from the crowd as he entered with Dana White, who publicly endorsed him at the 2024 Republican National Convention.
