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Dana White reveals he’s flying to DC ‘right now’ after Trump offered him press secretary gig

By David Spector2 min readNew York Post
Dana White reveals he’s flying to DC ‘right now’ after Trump offered him press secretary gigDana White reveals he’s flying to DC ‘right now’ after Trump offered him press secretary gig

Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White said he was going to meet with President Trump imminently over his offer to become White House Press Secretary.

“I’m flying to Washington, D.C. right now,” White told reporters in London at the Zuffa Boxing 12 event Saturday.

The UFC boss said he has a meeting scheduled with Trump Monday, where the two will discuss the offer and other issues.

U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with UFC President Dana White.
U.S. President Donald Trump, right, shakes hands with UFC President Dana White in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. AFP via Getty Images

White didn’t give a clear answer on whether or not he would take the job.

“I have a lot of jobs already,” he said.

Dana White, president and CEO of the UFC, speaks at a podium with the Seal of the President of the United States.
Dana White, president and CEO of the UFC, speaks at Red Rock Casino Resort Spa in Las Vegas, Aug. 5, 2026. REUTERS

Trump posted on Truth Social Saturday that he was requesting White take on the role of press secretary to replace Katie Zacharia, who left the role after a short four-day stint.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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