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States Pull Out of Trump's Fair; UFC Fight Criticized

6/11/2026

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Oregon, Washington and North Carolina said they will not join President Donald Trump’s State Fair, while Pennsylvania has not confirmed.
Democratic Governor Tina Kotek said Oregon’s withdrawal was due to costs and fears the event was becoming overly partisan.
Planned UFC fights on the White House South Lawn have drawn criticism for adding a combat spectacle to the national celebration.

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Oregon, Washington and North Carolina said they will not join President Donald Trump’s State Fair, while Pennsylvania has not confirmed.
Democratic Governor Tina Kotek said Oregon’s withdrawal was due to costs and fears the event was becoming overly partisan.
Planned UFC fights on the White House South Lawn have drawn criticism for adding a combat spectacle to the national celebration.