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"Michelle Obama is a man": UFC heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit makes controversial remarks at White House lawn after defeating Derrick Lewis

Josh Hokit Michelle Obama Derrick Lewis UFC White House Joe Rogan Donald Trump UFC Freedom 250

Former First Lady Michelle Obama found herself at the center of a social media controversy after UFC heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit made a controversial remark during a post-fight interview at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn.

The comment came moments after Hokit defeated fellow heavyweight Derrick Lewis and celebrated his victory in front of a crowd that included President Donald Trump, UFC president Dana White and commentator Joe Rogan.

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What did Josh Hokit say?

Following his win over Lewis, Hokit delivered a fiery post-fight speech. After thanking Trump and speaking about his faith, he turned his attention to the crowd and made a remark about Michelle Obama that quickly went viral online.

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