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Musician Jack White criticized Joe Rogan, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, and Guy Fieri for their kindness toward former US President Donald Trump during public events. He shared a social media post that has set the internet on fire. It stemmed from the appearances Trump made during UFC events.

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Donald Trump has been an active presence during recent UFC pay-per-view events. Moreover, Hollywood stars Mark Wahlberg and Mel Gibson were also spotted attending these events and greeting the former president with respect even after a couple of years of him unceremoniously leaving the position of POTUS.

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Donald Trump, 77, has fostered a strong relationship with UFC president Dana White. Moreover, the ex-President of the United States consistently receives an enthusiastic welcome from crowd members and celebrities at events. In addition to Wahlberg and Gibson, restauranteur Guy Fieri, 55, was sighted greeting Trump on Saturday at UFC 290, which evoked numerous critical reactions on social media, including one from Jack White. It is not unusual for celebrities to attend UFC PPVs. However, White took issue with some of them in relation to their treatment of Trump. Let us take a look at what he had to say.

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Jack White goes off on the treatment of Donald Trump

In a rant-filled Instagram post, the frontman of The White Stripes mentioned that he is not a big fan of former president Donald Trump. He stated that anybody who treats the 77-year-old with respect is “disgusting.” White stated, “Anybody who “normalizes” or treats this disgusting fascist, racist, con man, disgusting piece of shit Trump with any level of respect is ALSO disgusting in my book.”

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Furthermore, he pointed his finger at UFC commentator Joe Rogan, restauranteur Guy Fieri and Hollywood A-listers Mark Wahlberg and Mel Gibson. The musician did not want any debate regarding his opinion of the billionaire. White further added, “That’s you Joe Rogan, you Mel Gibson, you Mark Wahlberg, you Guy Fieri. This is a statement from me, not a discussion/debate. -Jack White III”

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In another post, Jack White expressed his displeasure towards fascism and thanked his fans for their support. However, this isn’t the first he’s spoken out about his feelings toward Donald Trump. White previously berated Elon Musk for reinstating Trump’s Twitter account. We will have to see how this pans out in the future.

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Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports and a key pillar of the combat sports team. With over three years in sports journalism, he leads the site’s MMA PPV Live Coverage Desk, closely working with real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and trend-driven insights that keep fans ahead of the curve. From breaking news and beat reports to exclusive stories and sharp opinion pieces, Himanga’s coverage spans the full spectrum of the MMA world. His insightful reporting has earned recognition within the combat sports community, including mentions from notable figures such as Chael Sonnen. A keen observer of fight dynamics and a devoted Conor McGregor fan, Himanga blends passion with journalistic precision, making his work a reliable go-to for UFC followers worldwide.

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