Trump Welcomed with Cheers at UFC 302 Amid Legal Troubles
Donald Trump made a notable appearance at UFC 302, held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday night. The former president received a huge ovation from the crowd as he entered the arena alongside UFC president Dana White. This event featured Dustin Poirier challenging Islam Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship.
Donald Trump Makes Public Appearance at UFC 302
Trump's presence at UFC 302 marked one of his first public appearances since his conviction on 34 felony counts in a New York criminal trial. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with falsifying business records in the first degree, to which Trump pleaded not guilty. Despite these legal issues, Trump's popularity among UFC fans was evident as he was greeted with loud applause and cheers.
Thunderous Ovation for Trump at UFC 302 in Newark
Walking into the arena, Trump stopped to greet comedian Theo Von and interacted with fans, shaking hands and waving to the crowd. He then took his spot just outside the UFC Octagon, ready to watch the main card.
Trump Denounces Conviction During UFC 302 Appearance
Following his appearance, Trump denounced the trial as a "disgrace" and "rigged," criticizing both the judge and the district attorney. "We didn't do anything wrong. I'm a very innocent man. And it's okay. I'm fighting for our country. I'm fighting for our Constitution," Trump declared. He framed the legal battle as a politically motivated attack by the Biden administration, asserting, "This was done by the Biden administration in order to wound or hurt a political opponent."
Fans Applaud Trump at UFC 302 as Legal Battles Continue
Trump emphasized his belief that the real verdict would come from the voters on November 5th. "We were at five percent or 6% in this district, in this area. This was a rigged, disgraceful trial," he said, promising to continue his fight against what he described as a corrupt judicial system.
Trump and Dana White Attend UFC 302, Greeted by Fans
Trump's frequent appearances at UFC events underscore his close friendship with Dana White, who spoke in favor of Trump at the 2016 Republican National Convention. Despite his legal challenges, Trump's attendance at UFC 302 shows his continued effort to maintain a strong public presence and rally support from his base.
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