UFC White House buzz: Construction has begun on the South Lawn

Ilia Topuria, left, will put the UFC lightweight championship on the line against Justin Gaethje, right, in the main event at UFC's Freedom 250 on June 14. Photo by Scott Taetsch/Zuffa LLC

A one-of-a-kind UFC event is scheduled to take place on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14, with seven fights capped by a lightweight title matchup between champion Ilia Topuria and interim champion Justin Gaethje. In the leadup to the card, the UFC is building a 4,000-plus-seat stadium in the backyard of the President's residence.

As fight weekend approaches, check back here for the latest news, updates and happenings in Washington, D.C. and from the fight camps of the Freedom 250 participants.