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President Trump held an unusual press conference where he avoided answering questions about a Chinese spy linked to Nvidia’s CEO and refused to soften his stance on immigration restrictions. During the event, which featured Dana White, the CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Trump suggested White take over as press secretary but was rejected in an uncomfortable exchange.

Written by AI on 2026-11-10, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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On November 9, 2026, President Donald Trump held an impromptu press briefing at the White House to clarify that his recent suggestion to appoint UFC CEO Dana White as the next White House press secretary was just a joke. This announcement came after Trump posted on Truth Social on November 7, offering the job to White and describing him as "a violent Fighter and Warrior." Despite initial speculation, CNN reported that White had declined the offer. During the briefing, Trump and White appeared together at the podium to address various topics including the Iran war and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The meeting aimed to clarify any misunderstandings following the controversial press secretary proposal.

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Trump Hosts Ridiculous Press Conference with UFC CEO Dana White asserted

Trump → host → White

Sam Stein and Tim Miller went live to watch Trump unravel at an impromptu press conference, where he dodges questions about a Chinese spy allegedly tied to Nvidia’s CEO, walks back any suggestion of easing his immigration crackdown, and lashes out at reporters who press him on Putin and Pete Hegseth. uncertain

who → go → Putin

Plus, Trump tries to recruit UFC boss Dana White as his press secretary and gets shot down in spectacularly awkward fashion. asserted

Trump → try → fashion

Trump Hosts Ridiculous Press Conference with UFC CEO Dana White

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