Trump Offers UFC Head Dana White the Press Secretary Position, but Is It Serious?
Reported by NBC News ·
Trump announces offer online
In his post, Trump described White as a “violent Fighter and Warrior” and said he had offered him the position. It remains unclear whether the offer is serious.
Fighters named as assistants
Trump suggested White bring several UFC fighters as assistants. He named Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje and Amanda Nunes. Trump said the proposed assistants could defend against the “Lunatic Left.” The post did not clarify what role, if any, the fighters would take on.
A longtime friendship
Many Trump administration officials and Republican lawmakers attended a fight in July. The report did not identify which officials or lawmakers were there.
Key points
- Trump said he offered Dana White the White House press secretary job.
- White is the CEO and president of the UFC.
- Trump named Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje and Amanda Nunes as possible assistants.
- It is unclear whether Trump’s offer is serious.