Dana White Tapped to be next Press Secretary

GRAND RAPIDS, MI. - President Donald Trump offered the role of White House press secretary to Ultimate Fighting Championship President and Chief Executive Officer, Dana White, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. President Trump asked Dana White to please take the job during the announcement.

President Trump characterized Dana White as a violent fighter and warrior. President Trump additionally instructed Dana White to bring some assistants with him to the administration.

The White House operated without a permanent press secretary since October, when Katie Zacharia departed the position after less than a week in office.

This is a developing story.