U.S. Defense Department reportedly recruiting troops to attend UFC event on White House lawn
The U.S. Defense Department is reportedly recruiting troops to attend a UFC event on the White House lawn. Participants must meet specific height and weight requirements and cover their own travel and lodging expenses. The event, named UFC Freedom 250, is set for June 14 and targets junior enlisted personnel and junior officers.
- ▪The Defense Department is recruiting hundreds of U.S. troops for the UFC event scheduled on June 14.
- ▪Troops must pay for their own travel and accommodations to attend the event.
- ▪The recruitment targets junior enlisted personnel and junior officers in the military.
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