During a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation hearing, Oscar De La Hoya (former boxing champion and current promoter) and Nico Ali Walsh (grandson of Muhammad Ali) expressed strong opposition to proposed changes to federal boxing laws. The reforms, which were approved by the House of Representatives, aim to create Unified Boxing Organizations (UBOs) that would consolidate the roles of governing bodies and promoters. While supporters believe this would streamline the sport and improve safety, De La Hoya warned that it would prioritize corporate profits, particularly benefiting Saudi investors like Zuffa Boxing, a venture linked to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He cautioned that such funding could lead to 'sportswashing' and undermine the integrity of boxing. Walsh echoed these concerns, stating that the proposed changes would replace an open market with a controlled structure, jeopardizing the financial interests of fighters. He also highlighted that UFC fighters typically receive a smaller share of revenue compared to boxing, emphasizing the potential negative impact on the sport and its athletes.