The Ultimate Fighting Championship event set to take place on the White House South Lawn on June 14 will receive the highest level of federal security designation, a status typically reserved for events such as the Super Bowl. The fight night, part of the celebrations marking 250 years of American independence, is expected to draw around 90,000 fans, with most attendees gathering at The Ellipse park nearby where additional seating and screens will be installed.

The top-level security rating is granted to events deemed nationally or internationally significant and requiring extensive federal support. A federal coordination team will assist local authorities, providing specialized resources that can include explosive detection teams and air security support. The elevated measures come amid heightened international tensions and the expected attendance of President Donald Trump.

The event, headlined by a bout between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, has generated both excitement and criticism. A fan festival scheduled for the previous day has also been granted the same high security status. Organizers plan to distribute tens of thousands of free tickets as part of the historic celebration at the presidential residence.