Eric Trump slammed screenshots that surfaced on X, claiming a chat with UFC commentator Daniel Cormier about rigged fights at a White House event, as AI‑generated. The 42‑year‑old, son of former president, posted that the images were fake and that he never contacted Cormier. The claim surfaced days before the UFC Freedom 250 card today.

Cormier had earlier shared a screenshot of an alleged exchange, where an account claiming to be Trump asked if any fighters were injured or if bouts would be “rigged.” He later deleted the post, calling it “scary” and accusing anyone trying to tarnish the event of poor judgement. The UFC has yet to comment on this week today forever.

The controversy erupted ahead of the historic UFC Freedom 250 night on President Trump’s 80th birthday, marking 250 years of independence. With the fight card set on the South Lawn, the dispute risked distracting from the sporting spectacle. Eric Trump’s public denouncement aimed to distance himself from any suggestion of bias in today's media sphere.

UFC officials have not yet responded, but the incident underscores the heightened scrutiny of sporting events at the White House. Fans and analysts alike will watch how the organization handles misinformation amid a high‑profile celebration. The debate highlights the fine line between promotion and political influence in American sports for the public to see again.