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Unlikely Friends: McGregor, Paul Brothers Attend Trump's Inauguration

Washington D.C., USATue Jan 21 2025
Jake and Logan Paul, along with former UFC champion Conor McGregor, made a surprising appearance together at Donald Trump's inauguration. The trio, known for their controversial reputations, posed for a photo on a bus headed to the event. Jake Paul shared the picture on his social media, showing the three celebrities united for the day. McGregor has had a complex relationship with the Paul brothers. Despite past feuds, they seem to have set aside their differences, possibly fueled by rumors of a boxing match between McGregor and Logan. McGregor has been pushing for this fight, claiming talks are underway for an event in Mumbai. Both McGregor and Logan work for different organizations, UFC and WWE respectively, but they both fall under the TKO banner. This has sparked speculation that their boxing bout could become a reality. UFC CEO Dana White has publicly stated that a McGregor vs. Paul fight won't happen. The relationship between McGregor and Jake Paul has also been discussed, especially after Jake's successful fight with boxing legend Mike Tyson. Following that event, Jake called for a bout with McGregor. McGregor has recently faced legal issues, including a civil case related to a 2018 incident in Dublin where he was found liable for sexual assault. He is also facing another civil suit tied to an appearance at a Miami Heat game in 2023. One notable reaction to this unusual alliance came from Nate Diaz, a longtime rival of McGregor. Diaz took to social media to express his disapproval, calling them "dorks" and "nerds" for their behavior at the inauguration. Dana White, who has supported Trump and considers him a friend, also attended the event. He shared a photo of himself with Trump and Joe Rogan on his Instagram Stories.

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    Is the inauguration being used as a platform to announce a major combat sports event?
    Is the meeting between McGregor and the Paul brothers a sign of a secret alliance in the combat sports world?
    How does McGregor's attendance at the inauguration affect his public image given his previous controversies?

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