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Nate Bargatze Faces Backlash After Trump Birthday UFC Appearance

6/25/2026

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Comedian Nate Bargatze attended UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn during President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday in 2026.
He posed for photos with Sen. Marsha Blackburn and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Meghan McCain posted surprise on X, prompting fan backlash urging a boycott of his shows.
Comedian W. Kamau Bell called the event a fascist gathering, while podcaster Joe Rogan said his attendance was not an endorsement.

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Comedian Nate Bargatze attended UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn during President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday in 2026.
He posed for photos with Sen. Marsha Blackburn and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Meghan McCain posted surprise on X, prompting fan backlash urging a boycott of his shows.
Comedian W. Kamau Bell called the event a fascist gathering, while podcaster Joe Rogan said his attendance was not an endorsement.