President Donald Trump’s public offer to appoint UFC CEO Dana White as the White House press secretary has been confirmed as a joke, with sources indicating White had no interest in accepting the role. According to a report citing a source close to the UFC boss, White was honored by the gesture but viewed the prospect of leaving his executive position at the UFC as unappealing. The awkwardness of the situation was compounded by White’s initial public response, which seemed to accept the invitation, before Trump clarified on Sunday that he was “only kidding.”
UFC boss honored by offer but declined White House gig, confirming it was a joke.
The controversy began on Saturday when Trump announced on Truth Social that he had offered White the job, describing him as “a violent Fighter and Warrior” and suggesting he bring UFC fighters along as assistants. In a move that fueled speculation, White posted an image of himself at the White House podium with the caption “On to the next chapter” and stated he was flying to Washington, D.C., to meet with the President. However, Trump later told reporters that while some thought the idea was “pretty good,” the offer was never serious, and White’s visit remains a standard political meeting rather than a job interview.
White’s relationship with Trump spans decades, having spoken at the last three Republican National Conventions, which adds a layer of complexity to the public exchange. Despite the initial confusion, the incident highlights the blurred lines between political theater and executive reality in the current administration. For White, the priority remains the UFC’s business operations, and the episode serves as a reminder that high-profile endorsements do not necessarily translate into career changes, even when the offer comes from the Oval Office.
Source: Yahoo Sports
