Jon Jones continues to tease a return to action at UFC White House in 2026

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Jon Jones continues to insist he’s already done with his retirement.

In June, Jones retired from MMA, vacating the heavyweight title and ending his storied career. But just a few weeks later, President Donald Trump announced that on July 4, 2026, the White House will host a special UFC event, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. That drew immediate interest from a number of fighters, including Jones...