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Donald Trump offers White House press secretary role to UFC CEO Dana White
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President Donald Trump announced on social media that he offered the position of White House press secretary to UFC CEO Dana White, who stated he will meet with Trump on Monday to discuss the offer. Trump's social media post also requested that White bring several UFC fighters to serve as assistants.
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The administration is seeking a permanent chief spokesperson following a high turnover and recent congressional election losses, while the potential appointment of a prominent sports executive could significantly alter the makeup of the White House press office.
Key Facts
- President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he offered the position of White House press secretary to UFC boss Dana White.
- Dana White confirmed he plans to meet with President Trump on Monday at the White House to discuss the offer.
- Trump's social media post requested that White bring along several UFC fighters to serve as assistants in the press office.
- The White House press secretary position has been vacant since Karoline Leavitt left at the end of August, followed by a brief five-day tenure by Katie Zacharia.
- Trump announced he is replacing Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff following midterm election losses.
- Dana White currently runs the UFC and is expanding his Zuffa Boxing organization with Saudi Arabian backers.
- Trump and White have a close friendship, with White having spoken at Republican National Conventions in 2016, 2020, and 2024.
Who's Mentioned
locationWest Palm Beach“Location in Florida where Trump made the announcement.”PersonDana White“UFC CEO and recipient of the press secretary job offer.”PersonKaroline Leavitt“Former press secretary who left at the end of August.”OrganizationUFC“Mixed martial arts organization led by Dana White.”PersonDonald Trump“President of the United States who offered the press secretary position.”PersonSusie Wiles“Outgoing White House chief of staff.”locationWashington“City where the Monday meeting between Trump and White is scheduled.”OrganizationZuffa Boxing“Boxing organization run by Dana White.”PersonStephen Miller“Incoming White House chief of staff.”PersonKatie Zacharia“Former press secretary who served for five days.”locationLondon“City where Dana White was located when the offer was made.”