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Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary, Trump says
The Guardian • • nation
Key Points:
- Karoline Leavitt will resign as White House press secretary at the end of August to spend more time with her family, following the birth of her daughter in May.
- Leavitt, the youngest person to serve as White House press secretary since January 2025, will transition to a role as one of former President Donald Trump's top outside advisors.
- She previously served as a press aide during Trump's first term, ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 2022, and was known for her zealous defense of Trump and combative interactions with the media.
- Trump and his allies praised Leavitt for her communication skills and dedication, while Democrats criticized her tenure and approach to the press.
- Leavitt cited the challenge of balancing the demanding role with motherhood as her reason for departure, emphasizing her commitment to being the best mom to her two young children.
