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Dana White Quits Politics After Helping Trump Win: ‘I’m Never Doing This Again, It’s Disgusting’

Dana White’s stance on politics exposed.

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UFC President Dana White is making headlines after declaring he’s officially done with politics.

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White’s role in Trump’s campaign exposed.

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This surprising announcement follows White’s visible role in Trump’s campaign, where he helped rally key demographics like young male voters​

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White has been a vocal supporter of Trump for over 25 years, even speaking at multiple Republican National Conventions.

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His loyalty has never wavered; he previously praised Trump as “tougher and more badass than anybody.”​

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UFC 309 turned into a Trump showcase, with the president-elect arriving to chants of “USA!” and raucous applause from fans.

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Flanked by an entourage including Elon Musk, Kid Rock, and RFK Jr., Trump took his seat next to White as a video aired, dubbing his return “the greatest comeback in American history.”​

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Trump, a longtime UFC fan, has been a frequent ringside guest at major fights.

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The event underscored his connection to hypermasculine branding—a theme of his campaign that appealed strongly to male voters​.

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Dana White and Trump’s alliance detailed.

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Dana White and Donald Trump’s friendship stretches back decades.

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In 2001, Trump hosted one of the UFC’s early events at his Taj Mahal casino in Atlantic City when the organization was struggling to gain traction​.

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White has credited Trump with helping elevate UFC’s reputation and giving it a national stage during its infancy.

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Over the years, White’s public endorsements of Trump have been unwavering, aligning his brand with the former president’s combative, no-nonsense style.

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White also appeared at rallies and even crafted pro-Trump narratives during UFC events, a move that polarized fans but solidified their bond​.

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However, Trump’s political rise saw White step into a new realm, one he now finds intolerable.

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During the campaign, speculation swirled that White could join Trump’s administration, a rumor he firmly dismissed​.

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Dana White’s bold statement unveiled.

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White’s bold statement came at UFC 309 in Madison Square Garden, just days after Donald Trump secured his second presidential win.

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“I’m never f***ing doing this again,” White told The New Yorker. “It’s gross. It’s disgusting. I want nothing to do with politics.”​

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Despite their enduring friendship, White is clear—his venture into politics ends here.

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“There’s nothing dirtier than politics,” he said. “The fight business is nasty, but politics? It’s on another level.”​

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Reason for White’s movement away from politics exposed.

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His decision follows mounting scrutiny of his political ties and involvement in campaigns.

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UFC fans are divided; some praise his loyalty, while others question his involvement in political theatrics.

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At UFC 309, White seemed more focused on the action inside the Octagon than political maneuvering outside of it​.

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Trump’s UFC presence, though, was a spectacle all its own, with cameras capturing every handshake and fist pump.

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Fans sporting MAGA hats and waving Trump flags made their allegiance clear throughout the evening.

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Meanwhile, White’s candor about politics stunned many, given his high-profile involvement in the election​.

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White’s announcement stuns public.

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White’s announcement raises questions about how his political affiliations will impact the UFC moving forward.

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Critics argue that aligning a global brand like UFC with divisive politics risks alienating fans.

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Others see White’s outspokenness as a breath of fresh air in a politically charged climate.

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For now, he’s doubling down on what he does best: running the UFC.

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As for Trump, his connection to White and UFC seems stronger than ever, signaling more public appearances at fight nights to come​.

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While politics may be out of the picture for White, his influence—and opinions—remain as bold as ever.

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Whether fans agree or not, one thing’s clear: Dana White isn’t pulling any punches.

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