Conservative radio host and commentator Ben Ferguson has acknowledged that his name is being considered for the role of White House press secretary, though he says he has not spoken directly with President Trump about the position.
During a Fox News appearance, Ferguson said, “Look, my name has been floated around there … I haven’t talked to the president directly about this.” He added, “I would say this: If the president calls and offers me the job, I would be honored to serve the president.”
The comments come amid an ongoing search for a new press secretary, following the abrupt departure of Katie Zacharia last month. Zacharia’s tenure lasted just five days, starting with a brief 14-minute briefing where she took questions from only three conservative-leaning outlets and announced the exit of Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece. Her background also came under scrutiny after she claimed to be a lawyer, though reports indicated she was not licensed to practice law in any state.
Before Zacharia, Karoline Leavitt held the role but left the administration earlier this year. The White House has been weighing options for a permanent replacement, with President Trump floating UFC president Dana White as a candidate over the weekend. Trump said he wanted White to bring “assistants,” naming several UFC fighters, but the next day he told reporters he was “only kidding.”
White appeared with Trump in the briefing room on Monday, where the president took questions himself, but White has since ruled out a run for the job. Ferguson’s name now surfaces as a possible contender, though he has not confirmed any formal talks with the administration.
The press secretary role has become a high-profile position in this administration, with Trump often preferring to speak directly to the media. The search for a communicator who can handle the pressure and maintain credibility with the press corps continues, as the White House navigates a busy policy agenda.
Ferguson, known for his conservative commentary, would bring a media-savvy approach if selected. His willingness to serve signals that the administration may be looking for a figure who can forcefully advocate for the president’s agenda while engaging with the press.
As the administration weighs its options, the decision could have implications for how the White House communicates its message. A pick like Ferguson would align with Trump’s preference for loyal surrogates who can push back on media narratives.
Meanwhile, other political battles continue, including Senate GOP leadership tensions and Defense Secretary Hegseth’s overhaul of military education. The press secretary search is just one of several personnel moves the administration is making as it seeks to solidify its team.
