White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to step down

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set to depart from her role at the end of the month, a move announced by President Donald Trump via social media.

Trump stated that Leavitt's decision stems from her wish to dedicate more time to her young children and family, a choice he expressed full understanding and respect for. "The wonderful White House Press Secretary and one of my most trusted aides, Karoline Leavitt, will be leaving at the end of the month to spend more time with her beautiful young children and family, a decision I fully understand and respect!" Trump wrote on Truth Social.

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The wonderful White House Press Secretary and one of my most trusted aides, Karoline Leavitt, will be leaving at the end of the month to spend more time with her beautiful young children and family, a decision I fully understand and respect!

Despite her departure from the daily press briefing role, Leavitt is expected to remain a significant figure within the Republican party. Trump indicated that she will continue to serve as one of his key outside advisors and will remain an influential voice. He commended her tenure, noting her leadership and work in advocating for "justice, freedom, and independence" since 2018, including during his 2024 re-election campaign.

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Karoline has been a true leader in the White House and has done a tremendous job fighting for justice, freedom, and independence since 2018, including in our historic 2024 re-election campaign.