UFC President Dana White Offered White House Press Secretary Role
UFC President Dana White has been offered the White House press secretary role by President Donald Trump and plans to meet with him at the White House on Monday.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, November 8, 2026 — UFC President Dana White has been offered the position of White House press secretary, according to a report.
President Donald Trump extended the offer to White, who is planning to meet with the President at the White House on Monday to discuss the role.
The specifics of the offer and the details of the planned meeting were not immediately available.
The role of White House press secretary involves communicating the President’s agenda and policies to the public and the media, holding daily press briefings, and managing the White House press corps.
Dana White has been the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) since 2001, overseeing its growth into a major global sports entertainment company. His tenure at the helm of the UFC has been marked by significant expansion and a substantial increase in the sport’s popularity.
The potential move into politics for White represents a significant career shift. Further details regarding the discussion and any potential decision are expected following his meeting on Monday.
Story summarized from the original created by By MICHELLE L. PRICE Associated Press on www.wfla.com, see more information here.
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