Eric Trump Allegedly Seeks Insider UFC White House Betting Tips as Daniel Cormier Tweets and Deletes Doxxed Screenshots, Says “I Refuse to Stay Silent”
The historic UFC White House card takes place tonight, Sunday, June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn in Washington, D.C., as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. The event is headlined by a lightweight title unification bout between champion Ilia Topuria and interim titleholder Justin Gaethje, while the co-main event features Alex Pereira facing Ciryl Gane in a heavyweight matchup with record-setting implications. With such a high-profile card and major betting interest, the event was already drawing intense attention before a deleted social media post added controversy.
According to the article, former UFC heavyweight champion and current broadcaster Daniel Cormier posted and then quickly deleted screenshots of an alleged Instagram exchange with Eric Trump, the son of U.S. President Donald Trump. In the alleged conversation, Trump appeared to ask Cormier for fight insight, betting opinions, and whether any of the bouts on the card were rigged. The deleted screenshots suggested an unusual and potentially troubling discussion involving a UFC broadcast figure and questions about fight integrity.
The article says Cormier introduced the screenshots with a message claiming he felt compelled to speak out, saying he would not stay silent about what he viewed as inappropriate behavior. The post was framed as a warning about insider conduct and an attempt to protect the sport’s reputation. In the alleged exchange, Trump greeted Cormier warmly, said he would attend the event, and asked who Cormier thought would win. Cormier reportedly replied positively and mentioned enjoying watching Bo Nickal fight.
The conversation allegedly then moved toward more sensitive topics. Trump appeared to ask whether Cormier was placing bets and whether any fighters were injured. Cormier said he was unsure why those questions were being asked but added that the fighters seemed to be in good shape. The most serious moment in the alleged exchange came when Trump reportedly asked whether any of the fights were rigged and referenced a possible upset in the Lopes fight.
If genuine, the article argues, the exchange would create an embarrassing situation for both Trump and Cormier. It would raise concerns about attempts to seek inside information, especially from someone in Cormier’s position, which comes with strict restrictions around betting and promotional conduct. As a UFC commentator and ambassador, Cormier is not supposed to participate in wagering on the promotion or engage in discussions that could compromise the integrity of the sport.
The article also notes that UFC has already dealt with betting controversies in recent years, including investigations into suspicious line movement and wagering patterns. For that reason, any suggestion of improper betting-related behavior is especially sensitive on a night intended to showcase one of the biggest fight cards in UFC history.
The biggest unanswered question is why Cormier deleted the post so quickly. The article suggests possible explanations, including that he may have realized the messages were private or that someone may have urged him to remove them. Regardless, the deleted post added another layer of chaos to an already extraordinary event.
