UFC CEO Dana White declines Trump’s offer to become press secretary, source says
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he offered the White House press secretary position to UFC CEO Dana White, who reportedly declined the offer according to a source familiar with the matter.
- Trump’s post, which included photos of UFC fighters as potential "assistants," appeared partly in jest, but highlights his ongoing difficulty in filling the press secretary role after recent rapid turnovers.
- Trump has struggled to maintain a stable communications team amid increased Democratic oversight following their recent congressional victories, with Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure marking the shortest in history.
- Dana White has been a visible Trump ally, helping the former president connect with younger male voters, though this demographic shifted toward Democrats in the 2024 midterms despite Trump's outreach efforts.
- Trump recently replaced longtime chief of staff Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller, signaling further staffing changes as he seeks to reorganize his team ahead.