A strange controversy involving Eric Trump and UFC legend Daniel Cormier exploded online during a high-profile UFC event held at the White House.
Screenshots began circulating that allegedly showed private messages between Eric Trump and Cormier, in which Trump appeared to ask whether any fights were “rigged” and mentioned betting interest in an upcoming bout.
The alleged exchange quickly went viral, sparking accusations of attempted betting interference and insider influence. But both sides moved to shut it down just as fast.
Eric Trump denied the messages completely, calling them fake and claiming they were AI-generated misinformation. He said he had never contacted Cormier and warned about manipulated screenshots spreading online.
Cormier also appeared to distance himself from the posts, leading to confusion over whether his account was compromised or whether the screenshots were fabricated entirely.
With no verified evidence confirming the messages, the situation remains unresolved. What is clear is that the incident ignited intense debate across social media, mixing UFC hype with political controversy and leaving fans split over what was real and what wasn’t.