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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 6 MIN

How does maternity leave work in the United States?

from The Hard Shoulder

President Trump’s Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is expected to give birth to her second child next week, according to a White House official. The Press Secretary previously said that Friday was her last time briefing reporters for a while, however, she postponed her maternity leave following the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner over the weekend, hosting a last-minute press briefing on Monday.So, what does maternity leave exactly look like in the States?Joining Ciara to discuss this is Maria Trapenasso, SVP & National Practice Leader of NFP Talent Solutions.Image: Reuters

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President Trump’s Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is expected to give birth to her second child next week, according to a White House official. The Press Secretary previously said that Friday was her last time briefing reporters for a while,...

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