President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Karoline Leavitt will be returning to the White House next year as his press secretary, making her the youngest White House press secretary in U.S. history at 27 years old. Leavitt has been a staunch defender of Trump throughout his campaign against Vice President Kamala Harris, facing attacks labeling Trump as a 'fascist' and drawing comparisons to Adolf Hitler. Trump praised Leavitt's performance as the National Press Secretary on his campaign and expressed confidence in her ability to effectively communicate the administration's message.
Leavitt previously served as an assistant press secretary in Trump's first administration and later worked as a communications director for New York Rep. Elise Stefanik. She also ran for Congress in New Hampshire during the 2022 cycle. Leavitt has been actively involved in Trump's campaign, engaging with media, defending Trump's policies, and supporting him through legal battles and political challenges.
Leavitt, who is currently serving as the Trump-Vance transition spokeswoman, made headlines for her confrontational interview where her microphone was cut off while discussing bias in debate moderation. Despite facing challenges, including an assassination attempt on Trump, Leavitt remained dedicated to her role as the national press secretary for the campaign.
Leavitt, who gave birth to her son in July, emphasized the importance of mothers in the Trump campaign and highlighted the supportive environment for working moms within the team. She criticized remarks by Harris campaign surrogate Mark Cuban, defending the intelligence and strength of women supporting Trump.
Following Trump's victory in the election, Leavitt was appointed as the White House press secretary. She expressed gratitude to Trump for the opportunity and reaffirmed her commitment to 'Make America Great Again.' Leavitt's journey from campaign spokesperson to White House press secretary reflects her dedication and resilience in the political arena.
