Trump: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to resign this month

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set to step down at the end of August, President Donald Trump announced. Leavitt, who has been a prominent and often combative spokesperson for the administration, is leaving her post to dedicate more time to her family.

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Caroline will now be one of my top outside advisors, and an influential voice within the Republican Party. We will work together to ensure a clear victory in the midterm elections, against the course of history.

Despite her departure from the daily press briefing role, Leavitt will remain a key figure in Trump's political orbit. Trump stated on social media that she will become one of his top outside advisors and an influential voice within the Republican Party, actively supporting their campaign for the midterm elections.

Leavitt, the youngest person to hold the position of White House Press Secretary, earned a reputation for her sharp retorts and staunch defense of President Trump. She frequently engaged in heated exchanges with journalists during press briefings, often delivering what supporters viewed as aggressive and effective performances.

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I am thankful to the President for entrusting me with the distinct privilege of speaking on his behalf at the White House podium.

Her tenure saw her navigate numerous challenging press conferences. Notably, she had previously taken a leave for maternity after the birth of her second child in May, delaying it to respond to an alleged assassination attempt on Trump. Her departure comes as Trump faces declining poll numbers and the Republican Party prepares for the crucial November midterm elections.

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I have relished holding the liberal media accountable and ensuring the American people hear the truth about President Trump’s successes.