Embattled White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving the job after less than a week
WASHINGTON (AP) — Katie Zacharia is departing as White House press secretary, saying it “was an honor to work for” President Donald Trump after a short and rocky tenure that was defined by questions about her professional background and lack of polish in fielding questions from journalists. A person familiar with the matter, granted anonymity to […] The post Embattled White House press secretary…
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia resigned after fewer than a week on the job, citing her honor in working for President Donald Trump. Her brief tenure was marked by scrutiny over her professional background and her ability to handle press inquiries. Initially appointed by Trump on October 9, she faced immediate questions about her credentials, as she had claimed to be a lawyer despite not having passed the bar exam.
Zacharia appeared uncomfortable during her first press briefing and later took criticism for not being fully briefed by White House staff before heading out on the road with Trump. The president himself expressed doubt about her role, telling reporters he would have a discussion with her following his weekend travels and advising her to reconsider the job if he were in her position.
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