The public dispute between Jon Jones and UFC CEO Dana White intensified Monday after Jon Jones suggested he may seek a release from the UFC. The conflict stems from Jones’ absence from the historic June 14 White House event. Where he had hoped to make his return to the Octagon.
When the card was announced during the UFC 326 broadcast, Jones was not included. White later told reporters that Jones was never seriously considered for the event and reiterated that the former champion is retired.
Jones quickly pushed back on White’s comments, revealing that negotiations for the White House card had actually taken place.