Trump Suggests Dana White for White House Press Secretary Role

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News (2 / 1) 09.11.2026 07:17 / Frank

Trump makes his endorsement public

On November 7, Trump posted on Truth Social that he had offered the position to White. He described the UFC boss as a "violent Fighter and Warrior" and suggested a group of potential assistants that included Islam Makhachev, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje, Daniel Cormier, Amanda Nunes and Kayla Harris. Trump presented the unusual choice as necessary protection against what he called the "Lunatic Left." The most recent person to hold the press secretary role lasted only five days.

White prepares for meeting in Washington

Dana White stated he is traveling to Washington to sit down with Trump. He noted that he already holds "a lot of jobs" but gave no specifics about their upcoming conversation, which is set for Monday. White previously criticized a comment made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit, labeling it "nasty and false." Hokit later explained that his statement had been intended to highlight resilience.