Dana White

UFC Fighter Rejects White House Fight: “Hunger Games” Vibe

UFC fighter Brandon Royval expressed strong disapproval of the upcoming cage matches at the White House, likening the event to “The Hunger Games” and criticizing the prospect of fighting for wealthy individuals and political figures. Royval stated he would prefer to fight in front of fans. The planned event, set for June and organized by UFC CEO Dana White, has yet to finalize fight cards, but is anticipated to include Conor McGregor. This unprecedented event, coinciding with America’s 250th anniversary, is being lauded as a historic moment by a Trump spokesperson.

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Meta Employees Revolt Against Zuckerberg’s Anti-Fact-Checking, Pro-Trump Shift

Meta’s decision to end third-party fact-checking, announced by its new chief global affairs officer, sparked internal employee criticism. The policy shift, coupled with recent board appointments including UFC CEO Dana White, and a $1 million donation to Trump’s inauguration, fueled concerns about prioritizing political appeasement over accuracy. Employees expressed fears of increased misinformation and a platform less committed to combating harmful content, particularly regarding sensitive topics. While some employees supported the change, citing alternative platforms’ success, others highlighted the potential for negative consequences and the lack of accountability for past failures.

John Q. Hosedrinker Jan 8, 2025

Dana White

UFC Fighter Rejects White House Fight: “Hunger Games” Vibe

Meta Employees Revolt Against Zuckerberg’s Anti-Fact-Checking, Pro-Trump Shift

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