Trump Offers White House Press Secretary Role to UFC CEO Dana White
President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social on Saturday that he offered the position of White House press secretary to Dana White, president and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Trump, who has a longstanding relationship with White, made the public offer requesting that White accept the role.
Left-leaning outlets characterized the offer as shocking and bizarre, emphasizing Trump's proposal to also include UFC fighters as aides and highlighting the unconventional nature of selecting a sports executive for a communications role.
Center outlets reported the announcement factually, noting it as Trump's public offer to White for the press secretary position without additional editorial framing.
Right-leaning outlets presented the offer positively, describing Dana White as a longtime ally and Trump supporter, framing the announcement as Trump being pleased to propose the role to someone he trusts.