FBI Director Kash Patel Attends UFC 313

Kash Patel 'Dead Serious' About UFC Training FBI Agents—Dana White
Following reports that Kash Patel has floated the idea of teaming up with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to train FBI agents in martial arts, UFC president and CEO Dana White said on Saturday that the FBI director is "dead serious" about it.
FBI director ‘dead serious’ about partnering with UFC, Dana White says
FBI Director Kash Patel was in attendance for UFC 313 on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena, where he discussed a partnership with the MMA organization to train agents.
FBI director Kash Patel wants UFC to train its agents in martial arts, sources say after briefing
During the call, Patel said Dan Bongino – a far-right podcaster whom Trump tapped to be the FBI’s deputy director – is a huge UFC fan, and that he inspired Patel to try the training. That revelation came via one of the people briefed on the call.
Tito Ortiz backs Kash Patel's plan to have UFC lead FBI training: 'It's a brilliant idea'
While agents reportedly believe Kash Patel’s plan to have a UFC-led training program is “wacky,” one former champ sees it differently.
FBI Director Kash Patel Wants to Partner with UFC to Get Agents into Shape: Reports
FBI Director Kash Patel recently expressed his interest in putting FBI agents through UFC training, according to multiple reports.
Kash Patel And Dana White In Talks For UFC-FBI Collaboration? Here's What We Know
UFC President Dana White confirmed that FBI Director Kash Patel is seriously considering a partnership with the mixed martial arts organization to train FBI agents. Patel spoke to White about the potential collaboration during a UFC event on Saturday.
Dana White Responds To Kash Patel’s Push For UFC-FBI Partnership
FBI Director Kash Patel is considering mandatory MMA training for agents. Dana White confirms discussions on a potential collaboration.
Kash Patel Eyes UFC Collaboration To Boost FBI Agents' Fitness Levels
Reports say that Kash Patel aims to strengthen the FBI through collaboration with the UFC, whose CEO, Dana White, is a wealthy businessman known for supporting President Donald Trump's re-election.
Dana White confirms Kash Patel ‘dead serious’ about UFC fighters training FBI agents
Kash Patel wants FBI agents to be trained by UFC fighters and Dana White has now shared his reaction to the request. Patel believes the United States law enforcement can be boosted in several areas. The 45-year-old will now put his plans into motion after becoming the ninth director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation—with mixed martial arts set to play a huge role.
FBI Director Kash Patel Attends UFC 313, Hints at Possible Partnership
FBI Director Kash Patel made headlines with his presence at UFC 313 in Las Vegas on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Sharing photos of himself alongside UFC CEO Dana White, prominent MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz,
FBI-UFC collab confirmed? Dana White weighs in on Kash Patel's partnership idea
Although nothing has been set in stone, Dana White and one of his biggest hitters have positively reacted to Kash Patel mulling over UFC training FBI agents.
Kash Patel And Andrew Tate Seen At UFC Event; Internet Asks The FBI Director, ‘Too Busy To Arrest Human Trafficker?’
Andrew Tate met Dana White, the UFC boss, during the event. While Kash Patel was not seated next to the evangelist of the ...
The UFC Could Be On The Verge Of A Huge Partnership
FBI Director Kash Patel proposed enhancing the bureau by calling upon the help of the world's leading MMA organization ...