Summary: Screenshots claiming to show Eric Trump asking Daniel Cormier whether White House UFC fights were "rigged" and suggesting a bet went viral. Both men denied the messages, calling them fake or AI-generated, and Cormier publicly rejected the claims in a video. An MMA reporter says he saw the post before it was deleted, keeping authenticity in dispute. The incident highlights concerns about misinformation and adds to scrutiny of the Trump family's public conduct.
Eric Trump Mocked After Alleged DM Leak Suggesting White House UFC Fights Were 'Rigged'
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Eric Trump faced heavy online ridicule after screenshots circulated that purported to show him messaging retired UFC fighter and commentator Daniel Cormier about whether bouts at the White House "UFC Freedom 250" event were "rigged" and hinting at placing a bet on an upset.
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What Was Published
The images, shared from an account linked to Cormier with the caption "I’m probably going to get a lot of flak for bringing this to light, but I refuse to stay silent," appeared to show Eric asking for predictions and whether Cormier was betting. The messages allegedly read: "Who you got winning?" "You placing any bets?" and, "I’ll just cut to the chase. Are any of the fights tomorrow rigged? I’ve been eying the Lopes fight, and I think an upset wouldn’t be too unrealistic. $$."
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Responses And Denials
Both men quickly denied the exchange. Eric posted on X (formerly Twitter), calling the screenshots "completely fake" and saying, "I have never reached out to Daniel. In fact, this is scary," adding that the images were AI-generated. Kimberly Benza, a Trump Organization spokesperson, echoed that the screenshots were fabricated and urged caution before sharing such material.
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Cormier was filmed telling fans in Washington, D.C., "Not real, I can’t believe you guys believed that. Like, who believes that? I got hacked or something... Why would I do that?" Eric reposted the video, thanked Cormier and linked to coverage of Cormier’s denial.
Ongoing Dispute Over Authenticity
Despite denials, skepticism persisted after MMA reporter Adam Martin wrote on X that he had seen the post on Cormier’s page before it was removed. Martin said others also captured screenshots before the post was deleted, fueling continued debate about whether the exchange was genuine or fabricated.
Public Reaction
Eric’s Instagram post from the event — a photo of him with his wife, Lara Trump, and their two children at ringside — drew mocking comments accusing him of seeking inside information. The Instagram post was deleted shortly after it went up, but screenshots of the alleged direct messages spread widely across social platforms.
Why This Matters
Beyond the immediate embarrassment, the episode touches on broader concerns about misinformation and the use of AI to manufacture convincing fake content. It also occurs against a backdrop of ongoing scrutiny of the Trump family over ethics and potential self-enrichment while in or near public office—topics that continue to draw public interest and partisan debate.
Current status: Both Eric Trump and Daniel Cormier deny the messages. Some observers, including an MMA reporter, say they saw the original post before it was deleted. The authenticity remains disputed and under public discussion.
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