UFC’s Dana White to Meet Trump Monday After White House Press Secretary Offer
Trump announces the offer
Trump said Saturday that he had offered White the position of White House press secretary. The president made the announcement on social media while at his golf club in Florida, describing White as a fighter and warrior. Trump also asked White to bring several UFC fighters as assistants, saying they could help defend the country against what he called the “Lunatic Left.” Trump said White would be a press secretary like none other.
White plans Monday meeting
White was in London for a boxing event when he was asked about Trump’s post at a news conference. He said he planned to fly to Washington and meet Trump at the White House on Monday. Asked how he would balance the position with his work in fighting, White replied, “I got a lot of jobs already.” He declined to describe his conversations with Trump, adding, “I’m sure I’ll have more to talk about after that.” Before the news conference, White shared Trump’s post on Instagram alongside an image of himself behind the White House briefing-room podium. The image included the words “On to the next chapter.”
White House role remains uncertain
White did not make clear whether he was seriously considering becoming the president’s main spokesperson. The White House and a UFC spokesperson did not respond Saturday to messages seeking comment on Trump’s post. White also discussed plans to expand Zuffa Boxing, which he runs with Saudi Arabian backers, and hold more events around the world.
Administration faces changes
Trump’s offer came as his administration was undergoing major changes after Republicans’ deep losses in Tuesday’s midterm elections. Democratic candidates won historic victories, including in areas Republicans had held for decades, and the GOP lost control of both chambers of Congress.
Key points
- Trump says he offered UFC chief Dana White the White House press secretary job.
- White plans to meet Trump at the White House on Monday but has not said whether he will accept.
- The offer comes as Trump’s administration is undergoing changes and has no chief spokesperson.
- White also described plans to expand Zuffa Boxing and stage more events around the world.