Jon Jones Shares Major News About UFC White House Fight Card

Las Vegas — The UFC’s boldest stage may soon be set within the nation’s most iconic address, and Jon Jones wants to be front and center. Speaking to MMA insider Ariel Helwani, the reigning heavyweight champion confirmed he is in active negotiations to compete on the promotion’s proposed White House card this June.

“I’m in negotiations with the UFC about this White House thing, as well,” Jones said. “I’m a very, very proud American and I cannot wait to represent one more time, so we’ll see what happens.”

The 38-year-old has not fought since retaining his title against Stipe Miocic on Nov. 16, 2024, and has repeatedly brushed aside calls to face interim champion Tom Aspinall. Instead, Jones has set his sights on a potential showdown with two-division titleholder Alex Pereira, a bout he first floated last November.

“It would be a blockbuster event,” Jones told Helwani. “He’s incredibly respectful, he’s a household name … no one loses in that fight.”

Pereira vacated his light-heavyweight belt earlier this week, intensifying speculation that the matchup could headline the unprecedented event in Washington, D.C. While no bouts have been officially announced, UFC CEO Dana White has already declared the White House card “done,” according to multiple reports.

TKO president Mike Shapiro told media that staging the event will cost an estimated $60 million and that the company does not expect to profit. “We’re looking forward to giving fans a huge experience,” Shapiro said.

Jones stopped short of naming an opponent but made clear his enthusiasm for the historic setting. “Representing my country inside the White House — that’s the kind of legacy moment you can’t pass up,” he said.

With negotiations ongoing and the MMA world watching, the promotion appears poised to deliver a fight night unlike any before — on Pennsylvania Avenue.