Trump’s new spokeswoman is a ‘devoted fan’ who lived in Beijing and speaks Chinese
Before she addresses the world from behind the White House briefing room podium this week, 42-year-old Katie Zacharia has a story that stretches far beyond Washington’s power corridors. Years before US President Donald Trump appointed her as his new press secretary, she lived in Beijing, worked at one of China’s leading law firms, and learned enough Chinese to occasionally surprise people. Her…
Katie Zacharia, 42, is set to become President Donald Trump's new spokeswoman, having previously lived in Beijing and spoken Chinese. Prior to joining Trump's administration, Zacharia worked as an associate at Zhong Lun, one of China's leading commercial law firms in Beijing from 2011 to 2013. She also volunteered with a non-profit organization focused on migrant workers' children.
Afterward, she worked in conservative politics in the US and served as the spokeswoman for the Department of Homeland Security. Zacharia replaces Karoline Leavitt, who left the press secretary role to spend more time with her family after giving birth to her second child. Trump praised Zacharia's "unblemished record of support" and her "loyal and brilliant support" as a "devoted fan and member of MAGA."
China analysts view her background as potentially significant as the Trump administration deals with China. Her experience in China, rather than American political debate, could provide a unique perspective.
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