UFC Event on White House South Lawn Features Seven Knockouts and Patriotic Outfits
All seven main-card bouts ended in knockouts at the event celebrating America's 250th birthday. The Octagon Girls wore flag-themed outfits that prompted online criticism over United States Flag Code guidelines.
nypost.comThe UFC Freedom 250 took place Sunday night on the White House South Lawn. All seven main-card bouts ended in knockouts, the first time that has occurred in the UFC's 33-year history. Octagon Girls Red Dela Cruz and Chrissy Blair wore red, white, and blue two-piece ensembles that incorporated the American flag design.
The outfits were part of the event's celebration of America's 250th birthday, with fighters walking out of the Oval Office. Social media users criticized the attire, citing Section 8 of the United States Flag Code. ” Section 8(d) says the flag should never be used as clothing, bedding, or drapery.
Section 8(g) declares that no part of the flag may ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. President Donald Trump issued an executive order less than a year earlier directing the Department of Justice to pursue criminal prosecution for flag desecration. The order stopped short of banning flag burning or clothing modification.
The United States Flag Code is considered advisory etiquette rather than enforceable criminal law for private citizens. Breaches do not result in fines or criminal charges. com reported that the clothing choice quickly became the night's biggest talking point despite the historic fight outcomes.
