UFC Freedom 250: Top Security for White House Event

0:00The White House is wrapping up security, big time for the UFC Freedom 250 event coming to the South Lawn and the ellipse in June of 20. 26. Department of Homeland Security just confirmed it's tagged as SEAR 1, their top tier protection level for major US gatherings. That puts it right up there with heavy hitters like the Super Bowl, Chicago Marathon, and Rose Bowl. In the past, these odds will run by Homeland Security Investigations or Secret Service agents like the Super Bowl lead from San Francisco last year. It's not quite a national special security event, though, which covers stuff like inaugurations or military parades. President Trump has been hands-on planning this UFC fight, plus a fan festival on the ellipse and activities stretching to the National Mall, even a presser at the Lincoln Memorial. Law enforcement sources say the threat environment is more unpredictable than ever, with worries about loan actors possibly targeting. Government links spots amid global tensions, like those with Iran.

1:01Expect high-coordination across agencies to keep everyone safe as details firm up for this historic showdown on presidential turf. Local news, powered by AI. This is Durham News Today. I'm Corey, with the story.