Trump Admits Dana White Press Secretary Offer Was a Joke, Not a White House Plan
Trump says offer was unserious
Trump told reporters on Sunday that his suggestion about Dana White becoming White House press secretary was “only kidding.” He described the idea as “just a little fun” and said White “loves the idea” of taking the role. Trump said he had posted photographs of prominent UFC fighters as possible assistants to White as part of the joke. He did not present the role as a serious prospect.
Saturday post drew attention
In a social media post on Saturday, Trump called White a “violent Fighter and Warrior” and suggested that current or former UFC champions could serve as his assistants. Trump said they were needed to “defend us against the Lunatic Left.” The post prompted speculation about recruiting White and signalled a combative approach toward Democrats as they prepared to take control of Congress.
White and Trump are allies
White has led the Ultimate Fighting Championship for more than two decades and is a close Trump ally. He helped mobilize support for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign and has appeared with him at several political events.
Key points
- Trump said his suggestion that Dana White become press secretary was a joke.
- Trump said White “loves the idea,” but stressed he was not serious.
- The Saturday post proposed UFC champions as possible assistants to White.
- Trump said White would visit the White House on Monday for other reasons.