Source: Fox News
Summary
Dana White, the UFC president who endorsed Donald Trump in 2024, is hinting at a possible return to presidential politics in 2028. White has become close to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with whom he signed a memorandum of understanding for a “sports diplomacy” partnership between the UFC and the State Department. The partnership will allow UFC athletes and coaches to serve as “sports ambassadors” for young athletes worldwide. White praised Rubio, saying he’s a “great guy” and “smart,” and also likes Vice President JD Vance, another potential 2028 presidential candidate.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Dana White and Marco Rubio sign a partnership, and suddenly, the 2028 presidential speculation begins. White praises Rubio, Rubio praises the UFC, and the State Department gets a new partner. The UFC athletes become “sports ambassadors” worldwide. The usual suspects – Vance, Rubio, and Trump – are mentioned as potential candidates. It’s business as usual in the world of politics and sports diplomacy.
And in the midst of it all, the UFC’s global reach and values are highlighted, because, as Rubio said, “excellence, discipline, opportunity, and meritocracy” resonate far beyond the Octagon.
Author: Evan Null
