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White House asks Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign; Ocasio-Cortez helps El-Sayed in Michigan: Live discussion

In a bit of a shocker, White House press secretary Katie Zacharia announced Tuesday during her first press briefing that U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle has been asked to resign amid a recent scandal. Join The Hill’s Amie Parnes and Ian Swanson plus their guest, Democratic strategist Joel Payne, for instant reaction to the...

White House asks Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign; Ocasio-Cortez helps El-Sayed in Michigan: Live discussion

On Tuesday, Katie Zacharia made her debut as White House press secretary in a concise 13-minute briefing. She praised President Donald Trump, mentioned three reporters, and announced a change regarding the US ambassador to Greece. Zacharia, the former spokesperson for the American Enterprise Institute, seemed excited yet nervous during her debut.

She thanked President Trump for trusting her and highlighted the administration's accomplishments, including economic growth and foreign investment. When questioned about her role, Zacharia emphasized her commitment to promoting the president's agenda, which she sees as closely linked to communicating his successes. During the briefing, she announced that US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle had been asked to resign, a move that generated significant attention.

Zacharia, who is a mother of four, also addressed the challenges of balancing her new role with family life, expressing her love for her children.

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