Joe Pyfer's Controversial Comments About Mexico

UFC middleweight Joe Pyfer called Mexico a “sh*thole” and vowed never to fight there again after a bad experience with food poisoning and police shakedowns. Pyfer eventually fought Kelvin Gastelum in New Jersey instead of Mexico City due to being “super sick.” Pyfer lost 14 pounds in seven hours and received threats after withdrawing from the Mexico fight.

President Donald Trump attends UFC 316 at Prudential Center

President Donald Trump attended UFC 316 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, where he received a frenzied welcome. He was accompanied by several notable figures and was seen ringside for a fight. Fighter Joe Pyfer shouted out to Trump after his win. The event was captured by Breitbart News in 2025.