UFC President and CEO Dana White has strongly criticized featherweight fighter Bryce Mitchell for making disturbing comments during the first episode of his podcast, where he praised Adolf Hitler and denied the reality of the Holocaust. In various public statements, White referred to Mitchell's remarks as some of the "dumbest and most ignorant" he has heard, underlining the serious nature of Hitler's actions which resulted in the deaths of six million Jews during World War II.

Mitchell's comments included a claim that "before Hitler got on meth, he was a guy I’d go fishing with," alongside a series of antisemitic and homophobic statements suggesting that Jews are to blame for societal issues. Responding to backlash, White lamented that "the problem with the internet and social media is that it provides a platform for a lot of dumb and ignorant people."

Despite expressing his disgust and affirming the significance of free speech, White confirmed that the UFC would not impose any disciplinary actions against Mitchell. He remarked, "For all of you that hate Bryce Mitchell, you get to see him hopefully get his ass whooped on global television," emphasizing a commitment to free expression in the sport.

White expressed clear disapproval of Mitchell’s remarks, stating, "Hitler is one of the most disgusting and evil human beings to ever walk the Earth, and anyone who tries to take the opposite position is a moron." He elaborated on the harmful implications of Mitchell's statements and urged a better understanding of history.

As the controversy unfolds, at least one of Mitchell's sponsors has distanced themselves, indicating their comments do not align with the values of their brand. For continuous updates on this story, visit AP News, The Guardian, Reuters, Newsweek, CNN, CBS News, and The Hill.