UFC CEO Dana White Turns Down Donald Trump’s Offer to Become White House Press Secretary

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:49am on 08 Nov 2026,Sunday International

UFC CEO Dana White has reportedly declined US President Donald Trump’s offer to become the White House press secretary, according to a CNN report. Trump announced the proposal on Truth Social, describing White as a fighter and warrior capable of defending his administration. He also suggested six current and former UFC fighters, including Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, as potential assistants. The position became vacant following Karoline Leavitt’s departure and Katie Zacharia’s brief tenure. White, however, plans to meet Trump in Washington on Monday, November 9, amid continuing White House staffing changes. (PC: X)

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