Dana White joins Donald Trump and Elon Musk after months of tension—and goes viral

What seemed unlikely in the current political-media landscape of the United States happened in Glendale, Arizona. Dana White, Donald Trump, and Elon Musk appeared together in public after months of tension. The occasion was a memorial for Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was killed weeks ago in Utah and has since become a symbol of the MAGA movement. The event drew thousands of supporters and brought together three of the most influential—and polarizing—figures in the country.

Dana White, president of UFC, has long been a visible ally of Donald Trump. The current U.S. president has attended fights, received praise from White in interviews, and been credited for helping UFC grow in its early years. In the past, White even arranged a dinner between Trump and commentator Bill Maher to ease ideological tensions. But this time, the spotlight wasn’t on the octagon—it was on mourning, and perhaps reconciliation.

First public encounter in months

According to Firstsportz, the Kirk memorial marked the first public appearance of Donald Trump and Musk together since their media fallout earlier this year. Both had exchanged sharp criticisms on social media, clashing over politics, business, and leadership. The reunion, however, was calm and symbolic. Trump called Kirk an “American hero” and vowed that his legacy “will echo for generations.” Musk said Charlie Kirk “carried the light and was taken by the darkness.”

Dana White, Trump and Elon Musk at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service. pic.twitter.com/HSfwUrCJyQ

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Dana White wasn’t just present—he played an active role in the moment. UFC had already honored Kirk during its Noche UFC event, and White expressed deep sorrow over the activist’s death. In a recent interview with Logan Paul, the UFC CEO once again defended President Donald Trump, saying, “If you hate him, you should have dinner with him—you’ll laugh for 40 minutes and walk away saying, ‘He’s incredible.’”

Media influence and future speculation

This reunion wasn’t just symbolic. It reignited speculation about a potential UFC event at the White House, which Dana White has called “the biggest show in the organization’s history.” With Donald Trump in campaign mode, Musk regaining media traction, and White acting as the bridge between them, sports once again becomes a stage for something bigger.

In Glendale, the tribute to Kirk also marked the return of a trio that knows how to command attention. And if the octagon turns into a political arena. Dana White has already proven he can promote more than just fights.