Karoline Leavitt to leave White House press secretary role at month-end

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the youngest individual to hold the position, will depart at the end of the month, President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday. The 28-year-old recently returned to the White House following a short leave to give birth to her second child in May. Leavitt, who previously served as a press aide during Trump's earlier tenure, has been a prominent supporter of his "Make America Great Again" campaign.

In a social media post, the Republican president referred to her as one of his "most trusted aides" and stated that she will leave her role to focus more on her family. Trump emphasized that he fully comprehends and respects her decision. He further announced that Leavitt will now become one of his top outside advisors and an influential figure within the Republican Party as they strive to defeat the upcoming midterm elections.