Josh Hokit’s biggest win to date has been overshadowed by backlash to his words on the mic.
Hokit defeated Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14, but his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan quickly drew heavy criticism after he said, "Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right America?"
Hokit continued his tirade outside the cage, saying, "I’ve been nothing but nice to this fat cow pig," and, "I’m not here for unity, in reality there will never be unity… I come to divide people’s faces… if you don’t like it then come do something about it."
Former champion and commentator Daniel Cormier condemned the comments on his YouTube channel, stating, "The comments that he made in the octagon were irresponsible; it was nasty, it was horrible, and it was unnecessary."
UFC CEO Dana White also distanced the organization from Hokit's remarks. "That was disgusting," White said, later adding, "I respect all presidents, present and past. Not everyone does, and you have to listen to stupid sh*t like that sometimes, unfortunately, because I also believe in free speech."
Hokit has previously gained attention in MMA through skits and trash talk, and the UFC rarely takes disciplinary action for fighter comments. White did not indicate any specific disciplinary measures in response to Hokit's remarks.
