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UFC fighter Josh Hokit facing backlash after Michelle Obama comments at White House event
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UFC fighter Josh Hokit facing backlash after Michelle Obama comments at White House event

The Hill · Jun 15, 2026, 3:54 PM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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UFC fighter Josh Hokit is facing intense backlash for making a distasteful comment about former first lady Michelle Obama after winning his bout on the South Lawn of the White House during the "UFC Freedom 250" event on Sunday. During an interview with podcaster and UFC announcer Joe Rogan, Hokit co

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