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Troops to get free tickets to White House UFC event, must meet weight standards

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WASHINGTON — The Defense Department is requiring members of the military to meet a certain body type criteria in order to attend the big Ultimate Fighting Championship event at the White House next month, according to two people familiar with the criteria and a Pentagon memo outlining the criteria that was reviewed by NBC News

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**Summary:** The U.S. Defense Department is requiring military personnel attending a UFC event at the White House to meet specific weight and fitness standards. **Why It Matters:** This requirement highlights the intersection of military readiness with public events, potentially affecting who can participate in high-profile events like this one. It also underscores the importance

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