Trump Clarifies Remarks on White House Press Secretary Offer to Dana White
President Donald Trump stated he was joking about offering the White House press secretary position to UFC president Dana White, according to a report from West Palm Beach, Florida.
Richmond Petersburg, VA, November 8, 2026 —
President Donald Trump has clarified remarks he made regarding a potential offer for the White House press secretary position to UFC President Dana White. According to a report originating from West Palm Beach, Florida, President Trump indicated that his previous statements on the matter were intended as a joke.
The specifics of the original remarks or the context in which they were made were not detailed in the summary provided. It remains unclear when or where the President initially suggested the possibility of Dana White taking on the role of White House press secretary. The clarification suggests that no formal offer was made and that the President’s comments were not to be taken literally.
Dana White, who has led the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) since 2001, has had a public relationship with President Trump. White has publicly supported Trump in the past. The role of White House press secretary involves briefing the media on behalf of the President and the administration, a demanding position that requires significant communication skills and the ability to navigate complex political landscapes.
The clarification comes amid various media reports and public discussions about personnel within the White House. The President’s office frequently addresses public perception and media narratives, and such clarifications are part of managing official communications. The exact nature of the exchange and the reaction it may have prompted elsewhere were not included in the summary.
The report from West Palm Beach did not provide further details on subsequent conversations or decisions related to this matter. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The contractor’s name was not provided. The inspection outcomes were not provided. The code violations were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press on www.wric.com, see more information here.
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