President selects sports executive for administration spokesperson position

Published 9h ago · Latest report 33m ago · Leadership change

Affects United States · Covered in 10 countries

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The president invited the martial arts executive to become chief spokesperson.

Ultimate Fighting Championship executive Dana White announced plans to meet with the American leader following a public invitation to serve as chief administration spokesperson. The unorthodox proposition follows legislative setbacks for the governing party. The long-standing political ally has not yet stated whether he will accept the communications role.

The meetingDana White stated he is traveling to Washington to discuss the position directly.
The backgroundThe announcement follows legislative election losses for the governing party in Congress.

What's new · 45m agoDana White confirmed he is traveling to meet with the president to discuss the communications position.

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Washington ExaminerDana White responds to question about Trump’s White House press secretary request33m ago · open ↗

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The White House press secretary acts as the primary spokesperson for the United States president, managing daily briefings and media relations. Such unconventional appointments highlight how political figures increasingly draw personnel from sports and entertainment industries.

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United States President Donald Trump publicly invited Ultimate Fighting Championship executive Dana White to become the next White House press secretary.

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