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Trump Was ‘Only Kidding’ in Asking Dana White to Be His Press Secretary
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Context
What happened: The New York Times reports that Trump said he was "only kidding" when he asked Dana White to be his press secretary.
Why it matters: The remark concerns the UFC chief executive, who hosted a mixed martial arts cage fight at the White House in June.
Key numbers: The June event coincided with Flag Day and the president's 80th birthday.
Coverage: 14 outlets in 24h
What changed
The New York Times reports that Trump said he was "only kidding" when he asked Dana White to be his press secretary.
Why it matters
The remark concerns the UFC chief executive, who hosted a mixed martial arts cage fight at the White House in June.
Key numbers: The June event coincided with Flag Day and the president's 80th birthday.
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Nov 09, 2026 10:04 AM ET