UFC fighters react to Donald Trump becoming the 47th US president

Donald Trump overcame Kamala Harris’ support to become the 47th president of the United States, and as they always do, UFC fighters have reacted to the news.

Despite having a strong support system, Trump was forced to battle through much adversity–even an attempt on his life–on his way to being re-instated in the White House. After all of the trials and tribulations, the 78-year-old managed to get his foot over the line, pushing many to speak out online.

Among those discussing the election results were UFC fighters. Many who were in favor of Donald Trump’s re-election were pleased with the outcome, making their thoughts known on social media.

Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington led the way, speaking out in support of the newly-appointed US president.

“The woke agenda is dead!” Covington said once Trump won the election. “Main stream media is dead! The American Dream is ALIVE!”

“God Bless America and God Bless the 47th president of the United States of America: Donald J. Trump!”

The woke agenda is dead! Mainstream media is dead! The American Dream is ALIVE!!! God Bless America and God Bless the 47th President of The United States of America: Donald J Trump!!! 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸 #Election2024

— Colby Covington (@ColbyCovMMA) November 6, 2024

Joining him in the celebration were several high profile UFC fighters.

#Trump2024Vance pic.twitter.com/qvlREWRyCz

— Justin Gaethje 🇺🇸 (@Justin_Gaethje) November 6, 2024

My president back in office, call it Christmas in November. 🫡🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/yddajCqfvR

— Jorge Masvidal (@GamebredFighter) November 6, 2024

Woke up feeling dangerous and FREE. 🇺🇸

— Michael Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) November 6, 2024

Congratulations Mr President @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/tDHP56QcCW

— Johnny Walker (@JohnnyWalker) November 6, 2024

🍿🍿🍿
The best season of ‘Murica is upon us!!
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥#usa #secretservicewasabouttoslide 😂 pic.twitter.com/Opci06Y3rp

— Israel Adesanya (@stylebender) November 6, 2024

At the highest level the one that works harder wins. Trump simply outworked Kamala the last 6 months.

— Al Iaquinta🗽 (@ALIAQUINTA) November 6, 2024

God bless America! 🇺🇸 🙏#Trump pic.twitter.com/D5Li4ngbHS

— Cody Durden (@Cody_Durden) November 6, 2024

The right call I wish I could vote too! @realDonaldTrump 🇺🇸🇪🇨 pic.twitter.com/H6WubSCpgu

— C H🖕🏽T O🇪🇨V E R A (@chitoveraUFC) November 6, 2024

Congratulations to the 47th president of the United States of America @realDonaldTrump. Against all odds, this man overcame so much adversity to get to this 2nd term. He’s a fighter and he’s going to fight for us for the next 4 years. It’s time to Make America Great Again! pic.twitter.com/htHXVvt3SH

— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) November 6, 2024

#ANDNEW 🇺🇸🏆

At a time when Trump needed the country’s support most, UFC fighters stepped up. We knew that there was only one person that would fight to unite the country and Make America Great Again.

The fake news couldn’t stop us. The hate couldn’t stop us. Because at the end… pic.twitter.com/PzsoZz9SvW

— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) November 6, 2024

God is great! Good will always win! ❤️🤍💙🙏🏼#Trump2024Vance

— Tito Ortiz (@titoortiz) November 6, 2024

Our new president of the United States and as of January, my commander-in-chief. @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/0ht0Ee7UhK

— Tim Kennedy (@TimKennedyMMA) November 6, 2024

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Since the results were announced, Kamala Harris’ support from UFC fighters has been somewhat silent. 

UFC middleweight Chris Curtis, who openly sided with Harris, has deactivated his X account to avoid backlash from fans following Trump’s reign.

One man who stuck to his guns is former UFC competitor Mike Jackson. Though he has a less than favorable reputation in the MMA world, Jackson shared his thoughts on Harris’ defeat.

“Outside of the obvious voter suppression, Amerikkka said f*** progress and democracy,” Jackson said.

“Let’s re-elect a twice impeached, grifting r**ist nazi as president. You people are sh*t and deserve what comes next.”

Outside of the obvious voter suppression, amerikkka said fuck progress and democracy. Let's re-elect a twice impeached, grifting rapist nazi as president. You people are shit and deserve what comes next.

— Mike Jackson, Esq. (@TheTruthJackson) November 6, 2024

Others had different outlooks on the results. Some made humorous posts in the aftermath of Trump’s victory, while others made distasteful comments.

pic.twitter.com/WRDyMx7TT1

— Khamzat Chimaev (@KChimaev) November 6, 2024

🤣 .. the internet wins ! pic.twitter.com/9TTTk2RkX6

— Marc Goddard (@marcgoddard_uk) November 6, 2024

We never have to hear Kamala cackle again! Oh what a glorious day

— Funky 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 (@Benaskren) November 6, 2024

Bro stopped America from having a female president TWICE.

Woman only for sex , never forget it. pic.twitter.com/CSFdKCNmlI

— Paulo Costa ( Borrachinha ) (@BorrachinhaMMA) November 6, 2024

Republicans walkin in everywhere today like pic.twitter.com/UGAV4a8FjP

— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155) November 6, 2024

Even though I'm not a Republican I despise the Democrats more so it's nice seeing them get completely destroyed

Turns out America is sick of open borders and trannie kids

— Jake Shields (@jakeshieldsajj) November 6, 2024