Trump announces Karoline Leavitt’s exit as White House press secretary
US president Donald Trump has announced that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of August to spend more time with her family.In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Leavitt as “one of my most trusted aides” and said he “totally understand[s] and respect[s]” her decision. He added that she would remain involved as one of his “top outside advisors” and an influential voice in the Republican Party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.“Our wonderful White House Press Secretary, and one of my most trusted aides, Karoline Leavitt, will be departing her role at the end of the month so she can spend more time with her beautiful young children and family, a decision I totally understand and respect!” Trump wrote.“Karoline has been one of the best White House Press Secretaries in the History of the Office. Thank you, Karoline, for a job well done!”Leavitt, 28, has served as Trump’s press secretary since January 2025, becoming the youngest person to hold the position. She previously worked in the Trump White House as an assistant press secretary and later served as communications director for Republican congresswoman Elise Stefanik.
