UFC president and CEO Dana White has declined an offer to serve as White House press secretary under President Donald Trump, stating he has no desire to enter politics.
White, a Connecticut native, was present at the White House on November 9, 2026, when Trump addressed reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room. According to reports, Trump offered White the press secretary role, but White turned it down, saying, "I do not want to be in politics."
White has led the Ultimate Fighting Championship since 2001, building it into a global mixed martial arts promotion. His appearance at the White House sparked speculation about a potential political role, which he quickly dismissed.
