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Trump offers UFC chief Dana White role as White House press secretary
Former US President Donald Trump has extended a job offer to UFC President Dana White to serve as White House press secretary, praising him as a 'fighter and warrior' in a social media post.
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Donald Trump made the unconventional job offer on Saturday through his Truth Social platform, targeting the longtime head of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. In the post, Trump characterized White as possessing the qualities needed for the high-profile communications role.
The former president's message contained a lighthearted element, with Trump suggesting that White could bring some UFC fighters along to the White House if he accepted the position. The nature of the offer—whether serious or tongue-in-cheek—remained unclear from Trump's statement.
White has led the UFC since 2001 and is one of the most recognizable figures in combat sports globally. His elevation to mainstream political discourse marks an unusual intersection between sports management and American political circles. There has been no public response from White regarding the proposal.
The development comes as Trump continues to assemble his political circle and team ahead of potential future endeavors. His use of social media to make such announcements reflects his continued reliance on direct digital communication channels.