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Judge Rejects Bid to Stop UFC Fight at White House Over Permitting Concerns
A federal judge has rejected a bid to stop a UFC fight from taking place at the White House this weekend, allowing the event to proceed despite concerns over circumventing federal permitting rules.
A federal judge has rejected a bid to stop a UFC fight scheduled at the White House this weekend, dismissing claims that the event circumvents federal permitting rules. Two Virginia residents had petitioned for an injunction to block the event, citing concerns over safety and regulatory compliance. The lawsuit claimed that the event, set to take place on Saturday, fails to meet necessary permits and approvals.
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