President Donald Trump has suggested that a temporary venue constructed on the White House South Lawn for an upcoming UFC event could potentially remain in place permanently.

The arena, built to host "UFC Freedom Fights 250" on June 14, a date coinciding with the President's birthday and Flag Day, has sparked discussion about its long-term future.

In a video shared on his official TikTok account, Trump drew an analogy between the temporary fight venue and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, which was initially intended to be a temporary structure for the 1889 World's Fair but was ultimately kept.

Trump stated that the Eiffel Tower was supposed to be dismantled after the World's Fair but was instead left standing, implying that the White House UFC arena, which he described as "quite attractive to a lot of people," might also avoid demolition. The event is set to feature a lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.

The White House South Lawn is a frequently used area for presidential activities, including departures and arrivals via Marine One, which are often opportunities for journalists to ask the President questions. However, these press interactions have been suspended since construction began on the arena the week of May 20.

Traditional events such as the White House Easter Egg Roll and the annual Congressional Picnic are also hosted on the South Lawn, highlighting its multipurpose role in presidential administration.

Satellite imagery has shown the ongoing construction of both the UFC Octagon and a ballroom addition on the South Lawn, indicating significant activity beyond the fight event itself. The construction is visible from the North Lawn, extending over the West Wing and Executive Residence.

The permanence of the UFC arena remains an open question, with the President's comments introducing a new consideration for the use of the historic White House grounds.