Dana White slams UFC fighter's Josh Hokit's vile Michelle Obama comment

Dana White has condemned comments made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit about Michelle Obama following his win at the White House this weekend.

Hokit took on Derrick Lewis on Sunday (14 Jun) as part of 'UFC Freedom 250', a celebration served to mark both 250 years of American independence and Donald Trump's 80th birthday.

The festivities took place on the south lawn of the presidential residence and saw 28-year-old Hokit knock out his heavyweight opponent in the third round, allowing him to keep his undefeated title.

In his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan, however, the right-leaning sportsman took the opportunity to share a number of slanderous remarks against the former First Lady, telling attendees: "Michelle Obama is a man, am I right, America?"

Hokit's comments were condemned by Dana White (Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)

The same comments were previously circulated as part of a transphobic, sexist, racist conspiracy theory.

They came after Hokit told Republican frontman Trump, who was sitting in the front row: "I’m the man with the plan, the beast that’s ready to feast. You know what? F**k the speech. Shoutout to Trump for having the balls to put some s**t like this on.

"And if I’m gonna say anything, there’s only one person more incredible than the 'Incredible Hok', and that’s my Lord and saviour Jesus Christ."

Taking the same view as millions of spectators, Dana White, the President and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, has since accused Hokit of crossing a major line.

The comments were made following Hokit's win (Randy Holmes/Disney via Getty Images)

According to TIME Magazine, White, 56, told one of their reporters via text that he's 'completely against saying nasty and false things about people’s families', seemingly referencing Hokit's outburst.

He added: "Everyone knows my position on free speech, but I hate that kind of nonsense."

Hokit was also heavily criticised by a horde of social media users, many of whom slammed his latest remarks as both 'classless' and 'degrading'.

One X user hit out: "So classless. What does this nonsense matter? You win at the White House and have to degrade people and yourself."

Another added: "What a hopeless mess... Well, it’s a scene that symbolises the decadence of 'Trump’s America' after all."

White has responded to the comments (Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images)

"If you really think that is funny and you’re not just another trolling MAGA," a third continued. "You’re a p***e of shit and a terrible human being.

"This is not OK."

Some onlookers were also convinced that Trump hadn't been best pleased by Hokit's statement, despite CNN reporting that the politician was seen briefly smiling when it was first made.

TMZ insist, however, that Trump actually seemed uncomfortable in the immediate aftermath, prompting him to take off the chain that Hokit had bestowed upon him just moments after the fight wrapped up.

Trump was reportedly quick to remove the chain (White House / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Apparently, Trump removed the chain from his neck and 'cringed'.

Tyla has contacted a representative for Hokit, Obama, and the White House for comment.