Trump Says He Offered White House Press Secretary Role to UFC President Dana White
President Donald Trump stated he offered the White House press secretary position to UFC President Dana White, with no immediate confirmation from the White House regarding the offer's seriousness or if it was a joke.
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, November 7, 2026 —
President Donald Trump has stated that he offered the position of White House press secretary to UFC President Dana White.
The announcement was made by President Trump, detailing his offer to White. However, specific details regarding the timeline of this offer or any discussions between the two parties were not immediately available.
The White House has not provided immediate confirmation regarding the seriousness of the offer or whether it was presented in jest. Further information from official channels is pending.
The role of White House press secretary involves serving as the primary spokesperson for the executive branch, briefing the press corps on a daily basis. This position has been held by several individuals during the Trump administration.
Dana White has been the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) since 2001. He has maintained a public profile through his leadership of the mixed martial arts organization.
As of the reporting, no official statement has been released by Dana White or his representatives regarding the alleged offer. The circumstances surrounding the offer and its potential acceptance remain unclear.
The specific reasons for President Trump considering White for the role, or the nature of their interaction leading to the offer, were not detailed in the President’s statement.
Story summarized from the original created by MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press on www.wfxrtv.com, see more information here.
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