Trump Compares White House UFC Arena To Eiffel Tower: 'Maybe We'll Never, Ever Take It Down'
President Trump has proposed that the newly constructed UFC arena on the White House South Lawn become a permanent fixture. He compared the arena to the Eiffel Tower, suggesting it could remain indefinitely. This idea has sparked controversy among local historians and preservationists concerned about changes to historic landmarks.
- ▪Trump described the UFC arena as 'quite attractive to a lot of people' and suggested it might never be taken down.
- ▪He likened the arena to the Eiffel Tower, which was originally intended to be temporary but became a permanent landmark.
- ▪The proposal has faced criticism from local historians and preservationists who are concerned about the impact on historic integrity.
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BreakingBusinessTrump Compares White House UFC Arena To Eiffel Tower: 'Maybe We'll Never, Ever Take It Down'ByMary Whitfill Roeloffs,Forbes Staff. Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture.Follow AuthorJun 03, 2026, 12:17pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump has called for the 87-foot steel-and-wire-mesh arena constructed for an upcoming UFC fight at the White House to be a permanent fixture of the South Lawn, comparing the structure to France’s iconic Eiffel Tower and suggesting it be made permanent. Construction on the South Lawn of the White House for an upcoming UFC match on May 29, 2026.
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