Dana White Makes Blunt Admission About Jon Jones Amid UFC White House Plans originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Ever since talk of the UFC bringing a card to the White House next year surfaced, the buzz has been off the charts. Fighters from every corner of the roster and even some who’ve hung up the gloves are itching to be part of it.

Despite his retirement, Jones remains in the UFC testing pool and continues to train. He expressed his interest in participating in the July 4 event and said he was disappointed in White's decision not to consider him for a spot on the card.

UFC president Dana White threw cold water on the idea that Jon Jones could compete in the event the company plans to stage at the White House in 2026.