Trump Clarifies Remarks, Stating He Was 'Only Kidding' About Asking UFC's Dana White to Be Press Secretary

Former President Donald Trump has clarified recent remarks regarding UFC CEO Dana White, explaining that he was ‘only kidding’ when he publicly floated the idea of appointing White as his White House press secretary. The comments initially sparked a flurry of media speculation and debate over whether the suggestion was meant as a genuine job offer, a political test, or merely a lighthearted joke.

The speculation intensified after reports emerged detailing the administration’s unconventional approach to media relations, which was further highlighted when Trump shared a satirical cartoon depicting UFC fighters physically engaging with reporters shortly after mentioning White. Despite the viral nature of the proposal, sources close to the UFC executive confirmed that Dana White ultimately declined any informal offer to transition into the press secretary role.

Political analysts noted that while the episode generated significant media attention and amusement, it also underscored Trump’s unique penchant for unorthodox public messaging. By dismissing the idea as a joke, the former president put an end to the rumors, allowing the focus to return to more traditional policy and political discussions.

Sources: The New York Times

Aggregated summary. Original: The New York Times