Karoline Leavitt stepping down as White House press secretary
Karoline Leavitt will be stepping down from her role as White House press secretary at the end of the month, President Trump announced Wednesday in a Truth Social post. The big picture: Leavitt is leaving to spend more time with her family, the president said. A member of Trump's team who followed him from his presidential campaign to the White House, she's been a fiercely loyal face of the White…
Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House press secretary, announced her resignation at the end of the month, citing a desire to spend more time with her family, according to President Trump's announcement via Truth Social. Trump highlighted Leavitt's unwavering loyalty and her role as a top outside adviser, stating she would become an influential voice within the Republican Party ahead of the midterm elections.
In a post, Leavitt, 28, acknowledged the challenges of balancing motherhood with her demanding role, saying she couldn't be the best mother to her young children while fulfilling the press secretary's duties. The White House confirmed Leavitt's departure based on statements from both her and Trump. Known for her staunch defense of the administration during various controversies, including Signalgate, the release of the Epstein files, and the Iran war, Leavitt also backed the Trump administration's efforts to tighten press coverage.
She criticized Democrats for allegedly attempting to destroy America's progress. As the president selects the press secretary without Senate confirmation, this marks the fourth tenure in the role for Trump during his first term.
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