Jon Jones demands release from the UFC, claiming they offered a lowball deal for a June White House fight despite ongoing talks.

Jon Jones has demanded release from the UFC, claiming the promotion offered him a "lowball" deal for a June White House fight despite ongoing negotiations and a reduced request. He disputed Dana White’s assertion that he was never considered, stating the UFC reached out just days before the announcement and that he was preparing for the bout, including undergoing stem cell treatment for hip arthritis. Jones criticized White’s public characterization of him as "done," calling it misleading and disrespectful, and said the UFC’s treatment contradicts his legacy as a top draw. The UFC has not responded, and the future of Jones’ contract remains uncertain.