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Sean Strickland

U.S. Secret Service escorted Strickland out of the UFC Freedom 250 White House event after he was banned for mocking Israel, Jeffrey Epstein and President Trump.

Status
Banned
Country
USA
Category
Activities & Laws
Banned since
2026
Last checked
23/10/2026

Sean Strickland, UFC middleweight champion, was removed from the UFC Freedom 250 fan fest on the White House South Lawn by Secret Service agents.

He says the ban was imposed because he made fun of Israel, Epstein and alleged Trump‑Netanyahu ties.

Sources

  1. Daily Mail
  2. MMA Knockout On SI
  3. MEAWW News

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