A federal judge has denied an emergency legal request seeking to block UFC Freedom 250, a mixed martial arts event planned for the White House and Lincoln Memorial. The judge ruled that the plaintiffs in the case lacked proper legal standing to challenge the event.

The ruling clears the way for the UFC Freedom 250 event to proceed as scheduled at the high-profile Washington, D.C. venues. Details about the specific legal objections raised by the plaintiffs were not disclosed in available court documents.

The event has drawn attention for featuring an all-male fight card, prompting reactions from prominent figures in women's mixed martial arts. Former UFC women's champions Cris Cyborg and Miesha Tate have publicly commented on the absence of female fighters from the lineup.

The UFC Freedom 250 event represents an unusual venue choice for a mixed martial arts competition, with fights scheduled to take place at both the White House and the Lincoln Memorial. The event's connection to America's 250th anniversary celebrations appears to be reflected in its branding and location selection.

No further legal challenges to the event are currently pending following the federal court's ruling on standing grounds.