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Trump claims he was joking about Dana White press secretary offer

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 8:49 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Trump claims he was joking about Dana White press secretary offer
Summary

Former President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he was 'kidding' when he suggested in a Truth Social post that Dana White, the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, should take a job as press secretary. This comment was made in the context of ongoing discussions about personnel within the Trump team. While the exact implications of Trump's remark are unclear, it follows a series of speculations about roles and appointments leading into the future. No formal announcement regarding any appointments has been made.

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  • •Trump told White to 'please take the job' regarding press secretary.
  • •The remark was made in a Truth Social post on Saturday.
  • •Trump later clarified he was joking about the offer.
  • •Discussions about Trump’s team are prevalent as he considers future moves.
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  • 8:49 AMBBC Sport — Trump says he was 'kidding' about Dana White press secretary offer
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The president told the Ultimate Fighting Championship boss to "please take the job" in a Truth Social post on Saturday.

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