UFC veteran Jim Miller took an unexpected turn during his victory speech at Madison Square Garden, using the moment to spotlight a surprising cause: justice for P’Nut the Squirrel.
Miller, who extended his record to 27 wins—the most in UFC history—had more on his mind than just celebrating his victory when he addressed the crowd on Saturday night.
After submitting his opponent Damon Jackson in the first round with a swift guillotine chokehold, Miller grabbed the microphone from host Joe Rogan.
Instead of discussing his performance, Miller immediately turned to a political issue that has stirred controversy in recent weeks.
“New York, I’ve got one thing to say first: We need justice for P’Nut,” Miller declared, sparking a mixed reaction from the audience.
The mention of P’Nut, a squirrel seized and euthanized by New York State officials last month, ignited a roar from the crowd—some cheered in agreement, while others voiced their outrage at the state’s actions.
Miller continued, “It’s not just about a squirrel. It’s about all the kids who went hungry that night and the misuse of resources. We need to ask ourselves why the state would spend time and money on something like