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President Trump says he offered the open White House press secretary role to UFC CEO Dana White, only to reveal a day later that he "was kidding."
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Speaking to reporters in London on Saturday evening, White did not go into detail but said he was flying to Washington "right now" and that he would meet with Trump on Monday.
The role of White House press secretary has been vacant for three weeks, since Trump’s previous pick, the far-right commentator Katie Zacharia, was forced to resign after trying, and failing, to dodge questions about why she described herself as an attorney despite having failed the bar exam.
White, who has led the UFC for more than two decades, has been a close Trump ally and helped mobilise support for his 2024 presidential campaign.
Trump made a surprise appearance at the briefing to address reports that he had reached out to White for the role following a difficult news cycle.
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Dana White, the CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), met with US President Donald Trump during a visit to Washington and addressed questions at the White House podium. White humorously remarked that his life had become "insane" after Trump suggested he could serve as the new White House press secretary.
UFC CEO Dana White takes the White House podium during Washington visit →4 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyDonald Trump appeared in the White House briefing room with Dana White, president of the UFC, to defend Pete Hegseth, the Iran war situation, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang against criticism from the press. The unusual pairing came after Republicans' loss in the midterm elections, during which Trump offered the position of White House press secretary to White as a joke. This move was part of Trump’s strategy to address…
Trump tag teams briefing room appearance with UFC’s Dana White to defend Hegseth, Iran and Nvidia’s Huang →4 articles from The Independent on this storyUS President Donald Trump caused chaos in the White House briefing room on November 9 when he unexpectedly brought in Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), as a guest. Despite earlier teasing about offering White the press secretary position, Trump used this occasion to joke that White could serve as press secretary if he wanted. However, White declined the offer and reiterated his lack of…
Trump sets off bedlam in White House briefing room with UFC chief Dana White →4 articles from The Straits Times on this storyDuring an impromptu White House press briefing on Monday, President Donald Trump acknowledged that his weekend suggestion of appointing Dana White, the president of UFC, as the next White House press secretary was merely a joke made during what he described as a “very bad press day.” Trump also commented that the U.S. would likely not resume military operations in Iran.
Trump says he floated Dana White for press secretary during ‘very bad press day’ →3 articles from Washington Examiner on this storyDana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), attended a press briefing at the White House where President Donald Trump joked about offering him the role of press secretary. Initially playing along with laughter from those present, White later clarified that he has no interest in political office and would prefer to remain in his current position. When pressed directly by Trump, White firmly…
Dana White Officially Turns Down Press Secretary Role: ‘I Have Zero Political Aspirations’ →3 articles from The Daily Wire on this storyDuring a surprise White House press conference that featured President Trump and UFC CEO Dana White, Rep.-elect Scott Wiener of California gave an interview to CBS News expressing his disagreement with the president's views on Iran, the economy, and immigration issues, stating that "President Trump is not connected to reality" regarding these topics.
Rep.-elect Scott Wiener says Trump is "not connected to reality" on Iran, economy, immigration →3 articles from CBS News on this storyShow 21 more outlets
Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that his previous statement offering Dana White, CEO of the UFC, the position of White House press secretary was just a joke. He made this announcement after initially making the surprising claim on Saturday. The video focuses on Trump's retraction and specifies it as a humorous comment rather than a serious job offer.
Donald Trump 'kidding' about making UFC boss Dana White US press secretary – video →3 articles from The Guardian on this storyDana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), appeared alongside President Donald Trump at a White House press briefing on Monday. This followed Trump's earlier joke about offering White the position of White House press secretary. During the event in the Brady Briefing Room, White declined to offer advice or comment on sensitive matters like potential pardons for Pete Rose. Both White and Trump…
UFC's Dana White takes podium at White House press briefing →3 articles from Just the News on this storyU.S. President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when suggesting Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), could become his next press secretary. Trump claimed it was not a serious proposal but rather "just a little fun," despite previous social media posts depicting UFC fighters as potential staff members to defend against what Trump called the "Lunatic Left." The president…
Trump insists he was 'only kidding' about wanting UFC's Dana White as press secretary →2 articles from CBC on this storyDana White, CEO of UFC, declined President Donald Trump's offer to become press secretary during an unexpected appearance at the White House on Monday, November 9, 2026. The 80-year-old president had jokingly offered the position via social media a day earlier, leading to speculation about his post-midterm election strategy; however, he clarified that it was just for fun. Despite Trump's playful remarks and praise…
UFC chief Dana White declines Donald Trump's White House job offer →2 articles from The Hindu on this storyPresident Donald Trump held an unexpected press conference on Monday where he brought along Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), after jokingly offering him the position of White House press secretary earlier in the week. Despite his initial joke, Trump and White both participated in the briefing for "a little fun," with White clarifying that he does not want a political job. During this event…
Trump parades Dana White out in wild White House press conference after fake press secretary tease →2 articles from Daily Mail on this storyAt a White House press briefing, President Donald Trump addressed speculation about appointing UFC CEO Dana White as his press secretary, clarifying it was a joke after a tough news day. During the event, White emphasized he has no political ambitions and joked about a hypothetical fight between Trump and former President Joe Biden, praising Trump's resilience. The article also touches on Trump’s interest in…
Dana White takes questions at podium during White House briefing with Trump →2 articles from Fox News on this storyDana White, CEO of the UFC, told TMZ he’s heading to Washington, D.C., for a meeting with President Donald Trump regarding a potential role as White House press secretary. Though Trump initially made the offer on Truth Social and called it a joke, White seems open to discussing the position further. Meanwhile, confusion surrounds another Dana White who works in Pentagon public affairs but has clarified that she is…
Dana White says he’s ‘meeting’ with Trump about press secretary role: ‘MORE TO TALK ABOUT’ →2 articles from Toronto Sun on this storyDana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, turned down President Donald Trump's offer to serve as the next White House press secretary. The president had initially proposed the idea on social media over the weekend and joked about it during a briefing when he asked White if he would accept. However, at the briefing, White stated that he was not interested in entering politics and declined the position.
Dana White declines Trump’s offer to be White House press secretary →2 articles from BBC on this storyPresident Trump held an unexpected press briefing at the White House on Monday that included UFC CEO Dana White, who joked about not having political ambitions and wasn’t going to become Trump's spokesperson. During the event, which was described as wild, Trump warned reporters he would “beat the hell out of you,” referring to the physical nature of UFC matches. White also engaged with a question about whether Trump…
Trump holds White House briefing with UFC’s Dana White, warns reporters he’ll ‘beat the hell out of you’ in wild presser →2 articles from New York Post on this storyPresident Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the role of White House press secretary on Truth Social. Trump also suggested that White bring several UFC fighters to work in the White House as assistants. As of now, it is unclear if White will accept the offer; he currently owns UFC and has no experience in government or journalism. This announcement comes after Katie…
Trump Just Offered the Press Secretary Gig to UFC’s Dana White →President Donald Trump has offered Dana White, CEO of UFC and Zuffa Boxing, the position of White House press secretary. White plans to meet with Trump at the White House on Monday to discuss the offer but remains unclear about his intention to accept the role. The announcement comes during a period of significant transition in Trump's administration following the Republican party’s losses in the midterm elections.
UFC's Dana White says he will meet with Trump Monday over offer to be White House press secretary →US President Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the position of White House press secretary on Saturday via his Truth Social account. Despite their close relationship and mutual support over the years—Trump regularly attending UFC events while White spoke at several of Trump's rallies—the specifics of White’s interest in the role remain unclear as he plans to meet with…
Trump offers UFC boss White House press secretary role: 'Dana, please take the job!' →President Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of UFC, the job of White House Press Secretary on Truth Social Saturday. In response to this offer, White indicated he would meet with the president in Washington, D.C., on Monday and said he will discuss more after their meeting. The position has been vacant since Katie Zacharia left in October, with many changes occurring within the Trump administration recently…
UFC’s Dana White says he will meet Trump on Monday to discuss press secretary offer →President Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of UFC, the position of White House press secretary on social media, suggesting he would bring several UFC fighters as assistants to "defend against the Lunatic Left." However, according to CNN, White declined the offer. This unusual move by Trump comes amid a transitional period for his administration following significant Republican losses in the midterm elections.
Trump Offers Press Secretary Position To Dana White, Who Reportedly Declines →President Donald Trump retracted his announcement on Truth Social about offering Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the role of White House press secretary, stating he was only joking. This occurred during a conversation with reporters in Florida where Trump emphasized five times that it was just a joke and that White "loves the idea" but didn't take it seriously as an actual job offer. The…
Breaking: Trump says he was 'kidding' about offering Dana White press secretary job →US President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that his earlier social media post suggesting mixed martial arts executive Dana White could become his press secretary was a joke. The post, which circulated widely and proposed using other UFC champions to confront what he called the "Lunatic Left," was intended as a light-hearted comment rather than a serious job offer. Trump told reporters that while White enjoys the…
Trump says ‘only kidding’ about naming UFC’s Dana White as press secretary →President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when he suggested naming UFC CEO Dana White as the next White House press secretary, despite posting photos of fighters who could potentially serve in his administration. He explained the suggestion was meant “just a little fun” and not serious, emphasizing it after speculation arose following his Saturday post about White being a "violent Fighter and…
Trump says he was 'only kidding' about naming UFC CEO as White House press secretary →President Donald Trump jokingly offered Dana White, the UFC CEO, the position of Press Secretary at the White House over the weekend. Despite clarifying it as a joke, Trump mentioned that White agreed to meet him in Washington on Monday. The president also playfully suggested that White bring along some top MMA fighters for defense against what he termed "the Lunatic Left." Meanwhile, Dana White has scheduled a…
Dana White to meet with Trump after 'joke' job offer →President Trump held an unusual press conference where he avoided answering questions about a Chinese spy linked to Nvidia’s CEO and refused to soften his stance on immigration restrictions. During the event, which featured Dana White, the CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Trump suggested White take over as press secretary but was rejected in an uncomfortable exchange.
Trump Hosts Ridiculous Press Conference with UFC CEO Dana White →President Donald Trump brought UFC chief Dana White to a White House briefing on Monday, where he jokingly offered White the position of White House press secretary. This impromptu event was part of Trump’s response to Republican losses in the midterm elections; it included some reporters asking lighthearted questions like whether White would advise Trump on pardoning Pete Rose. After about half an hour, Trump joked…
UFC's Dana White appears with Trump at a White House briefing - but won't be his press secretary →On Monday afternoon in Washington, President Donald Trump held an unexpected press conference with Ultimate Fighting Championship president Dana White, who had previously joked about becoming White House press secretary. The brief, spontaneous event lacked typical protocol and attendance due to its sudden announcement by a press wrangler just two minutes prior. During the session, White endorsed Trump's resilience…
White House reporters got a two-minute warning. Then Dana White walked in →Analysis
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White had earlier shared an image on his Instagram story showing him standing behind a White House press conference lectern with a caption reading: "On to the next chapter."
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Earlier this year, White also organized a UFC fight on the South Lawn of the White House, an event that was part of a slate commemorating the United States’ 250th birthday.
Trump said White, a prominent supporter, "loves the idea" of taking the job but insisted he had not been serious about the prospect, describing the suggestion as "just a little fun."
“Of course I was kidding and you could see that because I put all of the great fighters as his assistants,” Trump said.
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Trump insists he was 'only kidding' about wanting UFC's Dana White as press secretary
How it changed
- 8 Nov
President Donald Trump on Saturday said on Truth Social that he had offered the job of White House press secretary to Dana White, the CEO and president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
- 9 Nov
Mr. Trump confirmed on Sunday he's meeting with White on Monday but didn't disclose the reason.
- 10 Nov
“Thank you for the offer, sir – for the offer, I have no, no – I do not want to be in politics,” White replied.
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10 Nov UFC CEO Dana White takes the White House podium during Washington visitDana White, the CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), met with US President Donald Trump during a visit to Washington and addressed questions at the White House podium. White humorously remarked that his life had become "insane" after Trump suggested he could serve as the new White House press secretary.Al Jazeera
10 Nov White House reporters got a two-minute warning. Then Dana White walked inOn Monday afternoon in Washington, President Donald Trump held an unexpected press conference with Ultimate Fighting Championship president Dana White, who had previously joked about becoming White House press secretary. The brief, spontaneous event lacked typical protocol and attendance due to its sudden announcement by a press wrangler just two minutes prior. During the session, White endorsed Trump's resilience…Sydney Morning Herald
10 Nov UFC chief Dana White declines Donald Trump's White House job offerDana White, CEO of UFC, declined President Donald Trump's offer to become press secretary during an unexpected appearance at the White House on Monday, November 9, 2026. The 80-year-old president had jokingly offered the position via social media a day earlier, leading to speculation about his post-midterm election strategy; however, he clarified that it was just for fun. Despite Trump's playful remarks and praise…The Hindu
10 Nov UFC's Dana White takes podium at White House press briefingDana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), appeared alongside President Donald Trump at a White House press briefing on Monday. This followed Trump's earlier joke about offering White the position of White House press secretary. During the event in the Brady Briefing Room, White declined to offer advice or comment on sensitive matters like potential pardons for Pete Rose. Both White and Trump…Just the News
10 Nov Rep.-elect Scott Wiener says Trump is "not connected to reality" on Iran, economy, immigrationDuring a surprise White House press conference that featured President Trump and UFC CEO Dana White, Rep.-elect Scott Wiener of California gave an interview to CBS News expressing his disagreement with the president's views on Iran, the economy, and immigration issues, stating that "President Trump is not connected to reality" regarding these topics.CBS News
10 Nov Trump sets off bedlam in White House briefing room with UFC chief Dana WhiteUS President Donald Trump caused chaos in the White House briefing room on November 9 when he unexpectedly brought in Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), as a guest. Despite earlier teasing about offering White the press secretary position, Trump used this occasion to joke that White could serve as press secretary if he wanted. However, White declined the offer and reiterated his lack of…The Straits Times
10 Nov UFC's Dana White appears with Trump at a White House briefing - but won't be his press secretaryPresident Donald Trump brought UFC chief Dana White to a White House briefing on Monday, where he jokingly offered White the position of White House press secretary. This impromptu event was part of Trump’s response to Republican losses in the midterm elections; it included some reporters asking lighthearted questions like whether White would advise Trump on pardoning Pete Rose. After about half an hour, Trump joked…Toronto Star
10 Nov UFC chief Dana White declines Trump’s White House job offerDana White, the CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), declined President Donald Trump's offer to become the press secretary at a Nov 9 appearance at the White House. Trump had jokingly offered the position on social media on Nov 7 but clarified he was kidding the following day. During his visit, Trump brought White to a chaotic press conference where White reaffirmed his decision, stating he has no…The Straits Times
10 Nov Dana White Officially Turns Down Press Secretary Role: ‘I Have Zero Political Aspirations’Dana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), attended a press briefing at the White House where President Donald Trump joked about offering him the role of press secretary. Initially playing along with laughter from those present, White later clarified that he has no interest in political office and would prefer to remain in his current position. When pressed directly by Trump, White firmly…The Daily Wire
9 Nov Trump Hosts Ridiculous Press Conference with UFC CEO Dana WhitePresident Trump held an unusual press conference where he avoided answering questions about a Chinese spy linked to Nvidia’s CEO and refused to soften his stance on immigration restrictions. During the event, which featured Dana White, the CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Trump suggested White take over as press secretary but was rejected in an uncomfortable exchange.The Bulwark
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9 Nov Dana White declines Trump’s offer to be White House press secretaryDana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, turned down President Donald Trump's offer to serve as the next White House press secretary. The president had initially proposed the idea on social media over the weekend and joked about it during a briefing when he asked White if he would accept. However, at the briefing, White stated that he was not interested in entering politics and declined the position.BBC
9 Nov Watch: Trump gives post-midterm press briefing, alongside Dana WhitePresident Trump held a press briefing at the White House on Monday, addressing topics including tensions with Iran and making light of his previous offer to appoint UFC CEO Dana White as press secretary, which he clarified was meant jokingly. Dana White joined Trump during the latter part of the briefing.CBS News
9 Nov Trump says he floated Dana White for press secretary during ‘very bad press day’During an impromptu White House press briefing on Monday, President Donald Trump acknowledged that his weekend suggestion of appointing Dana White, the president of UFC, as the next White House press secretary was merely a joke made during what he described as a “very bad press day.” Trump also commented that the U.S. would likely not resume military operations in Iran.Washington Examiner
9 Nov Trump tag teams briefing room appearance with UFC’s Dana White to defend Hegseth, Iran and Nvidia’s HuangDonald Trump appeared in the White House briefing room with Dana White, president of the UFC, to defend Pete Hegseth, the Iran war situation, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang against criticism from the press. The unusual pairing came after Republicans' loss in the midterm elections, during which Trump offered the position of White House press secretary to White as a joke. This move was part of Trump’s strategy to address…The Independent
9 Nov Dana White takes questions at podium during White House briefing with TrumpAt a White House press briefing, President Donald Trump addressed speculation about appointing UFC CEO Dana White as his press secretary, clarifying it was a joke after a tough news day. During the event, White emphasized he has no political ambitions and joked about a hypothetical fight between Trump and former President Joe Biden, praising Trump's resilience. The article also touches on Trump’s interest in…Fox News
9 Nov Trump parades Dana White out in wild White House press conference after fake press secretary teasePresident Donald Trump held an unexpected press conference on Monday where he brought along Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), after jokingly offering him the position of White House press secretary earlier in the week. Despite his initial joke, Trump and White both participated in the briefing for "a little fun," with White clarifying that he does not want a political job. During this event…Daily Mail
9 Nov Trump holds White House briefing with UFC’s Dana White, warns reporters he’ll ‘beat the hell out of you’ in wild presserPresident Trump held an unexpected press briefing at the White House on Monday that included UFC CEO Dana White, who joked about not having political ambitions and wasn’t going to become Trump's spokesperson. During the event, which was described as wild, Trump warned reporters he would “beat the hell out of you,” referring to the physical nature of UFC matches. White also engaged with a question about whether Trump…New York Post- 9 Nov UFC's Dana White takes podium at White House press briefingUFC President Dana White appeared at a White House press briefing and addressed reporters in the Brady Briefing Room after President Donald Trump jokingly offered him the role of press secretary. When asked about advising the president or potentially pardoning baseball player Pete Rose, White stated he does not give advice to the president on any matters. Both White and President Trump answered questions during the…Just the News
9 Nov Dana White says he’s ‘meeting’ with Trump about press secretary role: ‘MORE TO TALK ABOUT’Dana White, CEO of the UFC, told TMZ he’s heading to Washington, D.C., for a meeting with President Donald Trump regarding a potential role as White House press secretary. Though Trump initially made the offer on Truth Social and called it a joke, White seems open to discussing the position further. Meanwhile, confusion surrounds another Dana White who works in Pentagon public affairs but has clarified that she is…Toronto Sun
9 Nov Trump says he was 'only kidding' about offering UFC CEO Dana White White House press secretary rolePresident Donald Trump told reporters in West Palm Beach that his recent announcement offering UFC CEO Dana White the position of White House press secretary was just a joke. In a post on Truth Social, Trump had suggested Dana White and several international fighters for the role, but after confusion and speculation, he clarified to reporters that it was meant as humor. The article reports on Trump’s clarification…Just the News
9 Nov Joe Concha doubts Dana White would trade UFC empire for thankless press secretary jobJoe Concha, a Washington Examiner columnist, expressed doubt about President Donald Trump's suggestion that UFC President Dana White might become the new White House press secretary, stating that no one is seriously considering this idea while Trump was sober. On Fox and Friends First, Concha emphasized that it’s unlikely anyone would see value in trading such an influential position as Dana White has for a less…Washington Examiner
9 Nov Dana White to meet with Trump after 'joke' job offerPresident Donald Trump jokingly offered Dana White, the UFC CEO, the position of Press Secretary at the White House over the weekend. Despite clarifying it as a joke, Trump mentioned that White agreed to meet him in Washington on Monday. The president also playfully suggested that White bring along some top MMA fighters for defense against what he termed "the Lunatic Left." Meanwhile, Dana White has scheduled a…The Blaze
9 Nov Donald Trump 'kidding' about making UFC boss Dana White US press secretary – videoDonald Trump clarified on Sunday that his previous statement offering Dana White, CEO of the UFC, the position of White House press secretary was just a joke. He made this announcement after initially making the surprising claim on Saturday. The video focuses on Trump's retraction and specifies it as a humorous comment rather than a serious job offer.The Guardian
9 Nov Trump says ‘I was only kidding’ with press secretary job offer to UFC boss Dana WhitePresident Trump told reporters Sunday evening that his offer of the White House press secretary position to UFC president Dana White was a joke. The previous day, Trump had announced on Truth Social that he wanted White to take the role and bring six UFC fighters as assistants. This announcement led to confusion when another Dana White, a former Pentagon spokeswoman, clarified she was being mistaken for the MMA…New York Post
9 Nov Trump’s pathetic Dana White gambit could not mask his midterm humiliation | Howard BryantSports journalist Howard Bryant writes an opinion piece analyzing Donald Trump's offer to make Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the new press secretary. This move comes after Trump’s Republican party suffered significant losses in the midterm elections. Bryant suggests that Trump's choice was either a mistake or intentionally absurd, aimed at diverting attention from his political failures…The Guardian
9 Nov Trump shares Family Guy-style cartoon of Dana White as press secretary with UFC fighters attacking journalistsPresident Trump shared a cartoon on X depicting Dana White, CEO of UFC, as an aggressive White House Press Secretary flanked by UFC fighters attacking journalists who ask difficult questions. The video includes scenes where fighters physically assault reporters asking about democracy threats and Michelle Obama’s gender, echoing real-life statements made by Josh Hokit at a recent UFC event. Trump initially proposed…The Independent
9 Nov Trump says he was 'kidding' about Dana White press secretary offerUS President Donald Trump told reporters he was joking when he offered Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the position of White House press secretary. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump had previously announced the offer and invited White to bring mixed martial arts fighters as assistants. However, after meeting with Trump, White did not commit to taking the job. The role has…BBC
9 Nov Trump says he was 'only kidding' about naming UFC CEO as White House press secretaryPresident Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when he suggested naming UFC CEO Dana White as the next White House press secretary, despite posting photos of fighters who could potentially serve in his administration. He explained the suggestion was meant “just a little fun” and not serious, emphasizing it after speculation arose following his Saturday post about White being a "violent Fighter and…Dawn
9 Nov Trump ‘only kidding’ about Dana White press secretary rolePresident Donald Trump clarified that his suggestion to appoint UFC CEO Dana White as the White House press secretary was a joke, though he also stated that White is capable of handling the role and expressed approval for the idea. A meeting between the two is scheduled for Monday.Al Jazeera
9 Nov A joke or test? Why Trump floated UFC’s Dana White as his press secretaryOver the weekend, President Donald Trump suggested that UFC CEO Dana White might become his new press secretary in a post on Truth Social. The announcement, which included images of MMA fighters like Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov as potential assistants, was initially met with speculation but ended when Trump clarified it was a joke. However, some political insiders suggest that Trump often tests ideas…Al Jazeera
9 Nov Donald Trump says offer of press secretary role to UFC chief was a joke
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9 Nov Trump Laughs Off Dana White Press Secretary Offer: ‘I Was Kidding’President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that his offer to appoint UFC CEO Dana White as the next White House press secretary was meant humorously. Speaking with Daily Wire correspondent Mary Margaret Olohan in Florida, Trump stated he was “only kidding” and noted that while White had indicated he would visit Washington for a meeting, it was unrelated to the joke appointment. The president’s initial announcement…The Daily Wire
9 Nov Trump says he was ‘only kidding’ about making UFC’s Dana White next press secretaryDonald Trump told reporters on Sunday that he had jokingly offered the position of White House press secretary to UFC CEO Dana White the previous day. During a statement recorded near his Florida beach club, Trump said the idea included having six fighters assist White and was meant humorously because it showed reporters would treat him respectfully if he were in charge. Trump shared an AI-generated cartoon on…The Guardian
9 Nov Trump says ‘only kidding’ about naming UFC’s Dana White as press secretaryUS President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that his earlier social media post suggesting mixed martial arts executive Dana White could become his press secretary was a joke. The post, which circulated widely and proposed using other UFC champions to confront what he called the "Lunatic Left," was intended as a light-hearted comment rather than a serious job offer. Trump told reporters that while White enjoys the…South China Morning Post
9 Nov Breaking: Trump says he was 'kidding' about offering Dana White press secretary jobPresident Donald Trump retracted his announcement on Truth Social about offering Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the role of White House press secretary, stating he was only joking. This occurred during a conversation with reporters in Florida where Trump emphasized five times that it was just a joke and that White "loves the idea" but didn't take it seriously as an actual job offer. The…ABC News (AU)
9 Nov Trump says he was joking about UFC’s Dana White as White House press secretaryPresident Donald Trump clarified that his suggestion for Dana White, the CEO of UFC, to become the White House press secretary was just a joke. This statement came after confusion following Trump's social media post on November 7th, where he had initially asked White to take the position. Despite the joking nature of the offer, Trump emphasized White’s presence in Washington on November 9 for other meetings and…The Straits Times
9 Nov Trump says he was ‘only kidding’ about making Dana White press secretaryPresident Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that his offer of the White House press secretary job to UFC president Dana White was a joke, made serious by the lineup of MMA fighters he suggested as assistants. Despite initially writing on Truth Social about the offer and naming several fighters, including Khabib Nurmagomedov and Amanda Nunes, Trump said people were taking it lightly. He explained that his actual…Fox News
9 Nov Trump says he was 'only kidding' about naming UFC CEO Dana White as White House press secretary amid hunt for Karoline Leavitt's replacementPresident Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when he suggested Dana White, CEO of UFC, could be his next White House press secretary. This came after Trump posted photographs of prominent UFC fighters as potential assistants for White in a Saturday post, which some took seriously. Trump stated the suggestion was meant to be humorous and emphasized that while White is visiting him at the White House…Daily Mail- 9 Nov Trump says 'only kidding' about naming UFC CEO as White House press secretaryPresident Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when he suggested naming Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), as his next White House press secretary. The previous day's social media post had sparked speculation about a combative approach toward Democrats taking control of Congress. Trump told reporters the suggestion was not serious and described it as "just a little fun," adding…The Straits Times
- 9 Nov Trump insists he was 'only kidding' about wanting UFC's Dana White as press secretaryU.S. President Donald Trump clarified on Sunday that he was joking when suggesting Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), could become his next press secretary. Trump claimed it was not a serious proposal but rather "just a little fun," despite previous social media posts depicting UFC fighters as potential staff members to defend against what Trump called the "Lunatic Left." The president…CBC
9 Nov Trump says he was kidding when he offered UFC CEO press secretary rolePresident Trump offered the position of White House press secretary to UFC CEO Dana White on Saturday via a Truth Social post, mentioning several UFC fighters as potential assistants. However, the next day, Trump clarified he was joking. The confusion arose because White had shared an Instagram story hinting at a new chapter, suggesting acceptance. Both denied any serious intent; Trump confirmed a Monday meeting…CBS News
8 Nov Trump Offers Press Secretary Position To Dana White, Who Reportedly DeclinesPresident Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of UFC, the position of White House press secretary on social media, suggesting he would bring several UFC fighters as assistants to "defend against the Lunatic Left." However, according to CNN, White declined the offer. This unusual move by Trump comes amid a transitional period for his administration following significant Republican losses in the midterm elections.Daily Caller
8 Nov Dana White Responds To Trump’s White House Press Secretary Job OfferPresident Donald Trump offered the role of White House Press Secretary to Dana White, CEO of the UFC, via a post on Truth Social on Saturday. Within hours, White confirmed he would meet with Trump but did not immediately accept the offer. CNN later reported that a source close to White indicated he had declined the job. The position has been vacant since Katie Zacharia's brief five-day tenure, which set a record for…The Daily Wire
8 Nov Trump offers UFC boss press secretary post, urges criminal probes of DemocratsU.S. President Donald Trump responded to Republican losses in midterm elections by offering Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the position of White House press secretary and demanding criminal investigations into Democrats. Trump also appointed Stephen Miller as chief of staff following Katie Zacharia’s resignation from the press secretary role. The article highlights Trump's combative…The Hindu
8 Nov Trump offers press secretary role to UFC CEO Dana WhitePresident Trump offered Dana White, CEO of UFC, the position of White House Press Secretary on Saturday via Truth Social. White has since confirmed he will meet with Trump but noted that he already holds multiple jobs. The press secretary role has been vacant since Katie Zacharia's firing in October following a poorly received briefing. Trump also suggested bringing several international MMA fighters to work as…The Independent
8 Nov UFC’s Dana White says he will meet Trump on Monday to discuss press secretary offerPresident Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of UFC, the job of White House Press Secretary on Truth Social Saturday. In response to this offer, White indicated he would meet with the president in Washington, D.C., on Monday and said he will discuss more after their meeting. The position has been vacant since Katie Zacharia left in October, with many changes occurring within the Trump administration recently…NBC News
8 Nov Trump offers UFC boss White House press secretary role: 'Dana, please take the job!'US President Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the position of White House press secretary on Saturday via his Truth Social account. Despite their close relationship and mutual support over the years—Trump regularly attending UFC events while White spoke at several of Trump's rallies—the specifics of White’s interest in the role remain unclear as he plans to meet with…Euronews
8 Nov UFC's Dana White says he will meet with Trump Monday over offer to be White House press secretaryPresident Donald Trump has offered Dana White, CEO of UFC and Zuffa Boxing, the position of White House press secretary. White plans to meet with Trump at the White House on Monday to discuss the offer but remains unclear about his intention to accept the role. The announcement comes during a period of significant transition in Trump's administration following the Republican party’s losses in the midterm elections.NPR- 8 Nov UFC boss Dana White says he's meeting with Trump after press secretary job offerU.S. President Donald Trump offered the position of White House press secretary to Dana White, CEO of UFC. White responded by saying he plans to meet with Trump on Monday in Washington and hinted at considering the job while attending a boxing event in London. The offer comes during a period of political transition for Trump's administration following significant Republican losses in the midterm elections.CBC
8 Nov Trump posts animated video of Dana White’s UFC staffers beating up press corpsPresident Donald Trump shared an AI-generated animated video where Dana White, UFC CEO, is depicted standing at a White House press briefing. In the video, UFC fighters attack journalists asking questions about topics such as democracy and pronouns. The clip concludes with Trump peeking into the room to see reporters on the ground and White behind the podium.Washington Examiner
8 Nov Trump Just Offered the Press Secretary Gig to UFC’s Dana WhitePresident Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the role of White House press secretary on Truth Social. Trump also suggested that White bring several UFC fighters to work in the White House as assistants. As of now, it is unclear if White will accept the offer; he currently owns UFC and has no experience in government or journalism. This announcement comes after Katie…Mother Jones
8 Nov Trump’s pick of Dana White as press secretary has given way to a wild mix-up theoryDonald Trump nominated Dana White, CEO of UFC, to be his press secretary in a Truth Social post on Saturday, surprising many given White’s lack of background in communications. This announcement sparked speculation that there might have been confusion with another Dana White who worked at the Pentagon and was a likely candidate for the role. The mixed-up theory gained traction online and even reached Dana W. White…The Independent
8 Nov Why Trump wants UFC chief Dana White as his new White House press secretaryPresident Donald Trump offered Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the position of White House press secretary following recent Republican losses in midterm elections. Trump praised White on his social media platform Truth Social as someone who would defend against what he calls "the Lunatic Left." However, it remains unclear if this is a serious offer; White mentioned meeting with Trump but…Al Jazeera
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