Dana White agrees with FBI director Kash Patel’s vision to let UFC fighters train agents 

UFC CEO Dana White gets real about the potential collaboration with FBI director Kash Patel for fighters to help in agent training.

Dana White agrees with FBI director Kash Patel’s vision to let UFC fighters train agents 

Dana White shares details about his collaboration with Kash Patel (via ImagoReuters)

Dana White‘s close friendship with President Donald Trump has strengthened his ties within the Trump administration, including Kash Patel. The recently appointed FBI director, Patel, is an avid UFC enthusiast and shares a good relationship with White. Patel proposed a bold collaboration between UFC and federal initiatives, aiming to promote self-defense, fitness among agents. 

The proposal has elicited mixed reactions within the FBI. Some agents view it as unconventional, while others see potential benefits in enhancing agents’ combat readiness. As of now, no formal agreement has been established between the FBI and the UFC. In a recent interview, White talked about this in detail and shared the significance of such collaboration. 

UFC fighters have been training law enforcement military guys for years. When you talk about hand to hand combat, these guys should know Jiu-jitsu and they should know Muay Thai and all the different things that are the basics of MMA. 

Dana White via FOX NEWS

White explained that there is nothing controversial in this plan as every official should learn to defend without the use of firearms. Following the reports, former UFC lightweight interim champion Justin Gaethje also showed interest in participating in the collaboration. Going forward fans are excited to see how this plan shapes up. 

This proposal is part of broader FBI reforms, including relocating staff from Washington D.C. to local field offices for improved decentralization. These restructuring efforts reflect policy directions associated with the Trump administration, during which Kash Patel was appointed as FBI Director. Patel’s proposal draws influence from Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a former Secret Service agent known for his enthusiasm for the UFC. 

Dana White isn’t concerned about his competitions 

Dana White transformed the UFC by securing massive TV deals, marketing stars and making MMA a globally recognized mainstream sport. He leveraged The Ultimate Fighter reality show to explode UFC’s popularity, drawing new fans and proving MMA’s commercial potential worldwide. White acquired rival promotions like PRIDE, WEC, and Strikeforce, absorbing talent and eliminating competition while consolidating UFC’s dominance in MMA.

Dana White talks about the failure of GFL
Dana White talks about the failure of GFL (via Imago)

Through aggressive business tactics, unmatched promotion, and powerful allies like the Fertitta brothers, he buried every serious MMA competitor. Recently there has been a surge in new promotions such as GFL, however, it has now signs of failure. When asked about, in a recent interview, White shared his honest opinion. 

Yeah (it’s concerning), I don’t know enough about the GFL to really speak on it but yeah, it’s a lot harder than it looks, it’s a lot harder than it looks. (I pay no attention to it), that’s why I don’t know a lot about it, literally none. Obviously, anywhere these guys can go and make money, either on their way up or on their way down, it’s a great thing, but I don’t pay any attention to any of that stuff anymore

Dana White via UFC 314 post-fight presser 
YouTube video

White consistently expresses unwavering belief in the UFC, emphasizing its global appeal, elite talent, and unmatched entertainment value. He views the UFC as the pinnacle of combat sports, delivering high-quality events that attract fans, media attention, and massive revenue. White’s confidence stems from decades of growth, strategic partnerships, and fan loyalty.

Dana White’s political aspirations 

Dana White has long supported Donald Trump but denies personal political aspirations, preferring to focus entirely on growing the UFC brand. Though offered roles in the Trump administration, he declined, stating politics isn’t his world and business leadership is his passion. 

Dana White isn't interested in politics
Dana White isn’t interested in politics (via CNN)

White believes his strength lies in promotion, entertainment, and building global sports empires, not navigating government bureaucracy or ‘ugly’ conflicts. Remaining apolitical publicly allows him to maintain UFC’s global appeal without alienating fans or compromising the organization’s business interests.