Karoline Leavitt to Step Down as White House Press Secretary
Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House Press Secretary at the end of July, as announced by President Trump on Wednesday. Trump stated Leavitt is leaving to spend more time with her family, having recently given birth to her…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 12, 2026 —
Karoline Leavitt will conclude her tenure as White House Press Secretary at the end of July, according to an announcement made by President Trump on Wednesday.
President Trump stated that Leavitt’s departure is motivated by a desire to dedicate more time to her family. This decision comes shortly after the birth of her second child.
Following her transition from the White House Press Secretary role, Leavitt is expected to assume an outside advisory position within the Republican Party.
Story summarized from the original created by Philip Wang on time.com, see more information here.
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