'Michelle Obama Is A Man': Josh Hokit Insults Former First Lady During UFC Freedom 250; Robert Griffin III REACTS | VIDEO

Washington DC, June 15: UFC fighter Josh Hokit sparked controversy during UFC Freedom 250 at the White House after making a remark about former First Lady Michelle Obama following his victory over Derrick Lewis.

Speaking to podcast host Joe Rogan after securing a TKO win, Hokit first thanked US President Donald Trump for hosting the event before saying, "Michelle Obama is a man, am I right America?" The remark quickly went viral on social media, drawing reactions from the internet users online.

After Hokit made the remark, Rogan concluded the interview by saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, Josh Hokit." A video shared by the White House on social media also showed Hokit presenting a chain to Trump during the event. It was not immediately clear whether the exchange took place before or after his post-fight comments.

Hokit's comments received immediate criticism on social media. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III reacted strongly, writing on X that it was disappointing to see Hokit use one of the biggest moments of his career to make personal remarks about Michelle Obama.

He said, "Josh Hokit won the biggest fight of his career at the White House and decides to finish his interview by calling Michelle Obama a Man. What a disgrace. It takes a really small man to use his biggest moment to attack a woman by calling her a man. Especially with the history behind calling black women men."

UFC Freedom 250 was held on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday and featured several high-profile fights. The event was organised as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and also coincided with Trump's 80th birthday.