Karoline Leavitt to step down as White House press secretary

Published On 13 Aug, 2026
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At 28, Leavitt made history as the youngest person to serve as a top White House spokesperson. During her tenure, she became a prominent defender of Trump, frequently engaging with reporters in highly contentious briefings while forcefully promoting the administration’s agenda.

Trump described Karoline Leavitt as a trusted aide and said her decision was motivated by a desire to spend more time with her young children and family. He also indicated that she would continue to play an influential role within the Republican Party and advise him from outside the White House press operation.

Karoline Leavitt welcomed her second child, a daughter named Viviana, in May.