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UFC Boss Says No to White House Job Offer

White House, Washington, D.C.Tue Nov 10 2026
Dana White, the head of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, was handed a White House invitation on Monday. The president joked that he could be the new press secretary. White shook his head and said he has no interest in politics. He told Trump he does not want to be involved in government work. The offer came after Katie Zacharia left the role on October 16.

The vacant press secretary position had been open since Katie Zacharia left on October 16. She served for less than a week before stepping down. White, who is 57 years old, is a longtime friend of the president. He even helped host a huge UFC event on the White House lawn earlier this year. This shows how connected the two worlds can be.

Trump later called the offer a joke and said he was devastated to hear it. White politely declined and stayed away from politics. The situation shows how personal and professional worlds can collide in unexpected ways. It also highlights White's commitment to his own business and the sport.

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