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Trump selects Katie Zacharia as White House press secretary
Reuters • • general
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump appointed Katie Zacharia, a communications adviser for his Truth Social platform, as White House press secretary following Karoline Leavitt's departure in August.
- Trump praised Zacharia for her loyalty and support, expressing confidence she will work effectively with the media, the American public, and his administration.
- Zacharia's appointment places her at the forefront of White House messaging ahead of the midterm elections, during a period when Trump's approval rating has dropped to a career low of 32%.
- Zacharia has a background as a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson, legal adviser for a conservative group, and experience with conservative media outlets, highlighting her close ties to Trump's political and media operations.
- Her selection underscores the integration between Trump's administration and his broader media platform, Truth Social, which recently offered premium access to influential posts for financial firms.
