Trump claims he offered Dana White White House press secretary position

Former President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he offered the job of White House press secretary to Dana White, the president and chief executive of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Trump posted the claim on his Truth Social platform, saying he had asked White to bring “assistants” and to name several UFC fighters for the role.

The comment comes as Trump continues to wage a public war with the mainstream media. He has repeatedly criticized the White House press corps and has floated the idea of reshaping the communications team with loyal allies. Offering the job to a sports promoter underscores his pattern of reaching outside traditional political circles for high‑profile positions. White, who has never held a government post, is best known for building a global mixed‑martial‑arts brand, not for handling daily briefings or policy questions.

In the short post, Trump wrote, “I am pleased to announce that the Great Dana White, a true champion, will serve as my press secretary. He will bring his own team and a handful of UFC fighters to help us fight the fake news.” The message did not include a formal invitation or any details about compensation. White has not responded publicly, and a UFC spokesperson said the organization was “not aware of any such offer.” Political analysts called the claim a stunt, noting that Trump has a history of making bold statements on social media that never materialize. Fact‑checkers are already flagging the post for verification.

If White were to consider the role, he would need to navigate a steep learning curve and likely face intense scrutiny from both the press and the White House staff. For now, the offer appears symbolic, aimed at rallying Trump’s base and poking at the media establishment. The story will likely remain a talking point on cable news and social feeds, while the White House continues to operate without any new press secretary appointment.