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Kia Center Addresses Nazi Incident At Kickboxing Event: “We Cannot Deny Access Because We Disagree”

A Nazi flag was displayed at a kickboxing event in Orlando, sparking controversy and First Amendment debates.

By · Published September 2, 2026 at 20:38 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026 at 20:38 UTC

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Source diversity sample: balgarianovinite.com · THEJ.CA · Global Project Against Hate and Extremism · Orlando Weekly · stereogum.com.

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The story so far

One person displayed a Nazi flag at a kickboxing event at the Kia Center in Orlando. The event was sponsored by a crypto casino and featured white supremacists. The city of Orlando condemned the incident but cited First Amendment protections as the reason it could not deny access to the venue.

The incident has drawn attention from various outlets, including the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism, which noted the presence of white supremacists at the event. The Kia Center addressed the incident, stating that it could not deny access based on disagreement with the attendees' views. The Michigan Senate nominee also apologized for remarks related to a synagogue attack.

The Kia Center and the city of Orlando are now facing scrutiny over their handling of the incident. The event's sponsors and participants are also under review. The public and advocacy groups are watching to see how the situation will be addressed moving forward.

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The obvious questions

What happened at the Kia Center in Orlando?

A person displayed a Nazi flag at a kickboxing event sponsored by a crypto casino and featuring white supremacists.

How has the city of Orlando responded?

The city condemned the incident but stated it is bound by the First Amendment and cannot deny access based on disagreement with attendees' views.

Who is affected by this incident?

The Kia Center, the city of Orlando, the event's sponsors, participants, and the public are all affected. Advocacy groups are also involved.

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