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Trump invites martial arts promoter Dana White to be White House spokesperson

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Briefings

Donald Trump announced on November 7, 2026, that Dana White, UFC CEO, was appointed as White House press secretary. Trump requested White bring five fighters as assistants, including Islam Makhachev, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje, Daniel Cormier, and Amanda Nunes, to defend against 'left-wing lunatics.' White was previously appointed in October 2026 after Katie Zacharia was fired shortly after taking the role.

Key points

• Donald Trump appointed Dana White as White House press secretary on November 7, 2026.
• Trump requested White bring five fighters as assistants to defend against 'left-wing lunatics'.

Context

Dana White was appointed White House press secretary in October 2026 after Katie Zacharia was fired shortly after taking the role. Trump previously advised Zacharia to consider her position.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to Trump's Truth Social post and a brief mention of Zacharia's departure. Specific dates for White's initial appointment are not fully confirmed beyond October 2026 context.

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