WASHINGTON, D.C. —White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set to leave her post at the conclusion of the month, U.S. President Donald Trump announced.
Family Focus and Future Advisory Roles
President Trump praised Leavitt as one of his "most trusted aides," noting that she is departing to spend more time with her young children and family—a choice the president stated he fully understands and respects.
Following her departure, Leavitt is slated to transition into a role as a top external advisor and influential figure within the Republican Party.
At 28 years old, Leavitt made history last year as the youngest person ever to hold the position of White House Press Secretary. Her announcement follows the birth of her second child in May and her return from maternity leave.
In a statement shared on X, Leavitt reflected on her tenure as "the honor and adventure of a lifetime," noting that balancing the intense demands of the briefing room with motherhood led to her bittersweet decision to step back.
A Notable Political and Media Career
Before serving as the administration's chief spokesperson, Leavitt built an extensive background in Republican politics and communications. During Trump's first term, she worked as an assistant press secretary and speechwriter.
She later served as communications director for New York Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, ran a congressional campaign in New Hampshire in 2022, and acted as national press secretary for Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.
Throughout her tenure, Leavitt earned strong praise from administration supporters for her unwavering defense of presidential policies, though she also experienced a frequently combative relationship with members of the press corps.
As the administration weighs potential successors for Trump's sixth chief spokesperson across his two terms, high-ranking officials—including White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller—have lauded her contributions and emphasized that she will remain a key voice in conservative circles.