UFC stars Jon Jones and Conor McGregor will not be part of the promotion’s planned event at the White House, and according to UFC CEO Dana White, Jones was never under consideration.
Speaking about the developing card, White made it clear that Jones, the longtime light heavyweight champion and current heavyweight titleholder, was not a candidate for the lineup. He stated that Jones was “never ever” in his mind for the card, signaling that the event will focus on other athletes from the roster.
McGregor, one of the UFC’s most recognizable figures and a former champion in two weight classes, is also not expected to compete at the White House event. While McGregor has been central to many of the promotion’s largest fight cards and media events over the past decade, his name does not appear to be part of the plans for this occasion.
Details about the full lineup, date, and structure of the UFC’s White House card have not been made public. The nature of the event, including whether it will feature title fights, high-profile contenders, or more showcase-style matchups, has not yet been outlined. What is clear at this stage is that two of the most accomplished and high-profile fighters in UFC history are not being considered for participation.
Jones is widely regarded as one of the most dominant champions in UFC history, holding numerous records at light heavyweight before moving to heavyweight. McGregor remains one of the sport’s biggest mainstream attractions, having headlined multiple blockbuster pay-per-view events and playing a significant role in the UFC’s global growth.
Their absence from the White House card suggests the promotion may be using the event to spotlight a different group of fighters or to shape a particular type of presentation for the occasion. Until the UFC announces the finalized lineup and further logistics, the focus will remain on how the organization chooses to showcase its athletes at such a high-profile setting without two of its most famous names.
