Source: CNN
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of the month. Leavitt will remain an outside advisor to Trump and continue to play a role in Republican politics ahead of the midterm elections. Trump praised Leavitt’s work in his administration and political operation, citing her involvement in his successful 2024 presidential campaign. Leavitt’s replacement as White House press secretary was not identified in the statement.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
Karoline Leavitt leaves her role as White House press secretary to spend more time with her family. Trump announces her departure in a statement, praising her work and involvement in his campaign. Leavitt will remain an outside advisor and continue to play a role in Republican politics. The White House press secretary role is left vacant, awaiting a new appointment. Trump’s praise for Leavitt’s work raises the question: what does it take to be considered one of the “best White House Press Secretaries in the History of the Office”?
Author: Evan Null
