Trump returns to Madison Square Garden for UFC event as he builds out administration

Former president Donald Trump returned to Madison Square Garden on Saturday night as he continues to build out his post-presidential team and mull a potential 2024 White House run.

Trump, who left office in January 2021, has been holding rallies and making endorsements across the country in recent months. He has also been meeting with potential staff members and donors as he considers a possible return to politics.

The former president's appearance at UFC 268 was his first public event in New York City since leaving office. He was greeted by a mix of cheers and boos from the crowd. Trump sat cageside for the main event, which saw Kamaru Usman defeat Colby Covington to retain his welterweight title.

Trump's appearance at the UFC event was widely seen as a sign that he is continuing to test the waters for a potential presidential run in 2024.

The former president has not yet announced whether he will run for office again, but he has repeatedly hinted that he is considering it.

In a recent interview with Fox News, Trump said that he would "absolutely" run for president again if he thought he could win.

Trump's appearance at UFC 268 is likely to fuel speculation that he is preparing for a presidential run. However, the former president has not given any concrete indication that he will actually run for office.

In addition to building out his post-presidential team, Trump has also been active in fundraising for Republican candidates.

The former president has held several fundraisers in recent months, and he has pledged to support Republican candidates in the upcoming midterm elections.

Trump's return to Madison Square Garden was a reminder that he remains a popular figure among Republicans.

The former president's appearance at the UFC event was met with enthusiasm by many in the crowd, and it is likely to further fuel speculation that he is preparing for a potential presidential run in 2024.