UFC CEO Dana White actually appeared behind the White House briefing room podium alongside Donald Trump on November 9, 2026. After fielding questions about a Trump vs. Biden UFC fight and Pete Rose, White turned down the president's joking press secretary offer, bringing an extraordinary weekend of speculation to an end.
Donald Trump sparked confusion by announcing that UFC CEO Dana White had been offered the White House press secretary job. After viral videos, an apparent name mix-up and White's own playful response, Trump confirmed he was joking. Here's what actually happened and why the story spread worldwide.
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