Leavitt Steps Down as Press Secretary | Chicago News

Karoline Leavitt, the youngest-ever White House press secretary and just 28, is stepping down at the end of August to focus on her young family—especially after welcoming her second child in May. President Trump praised her as a trusted leader and key figure since 2018, calling her work for justice and freedom “phenomenal.” Though she’ll transition to a top outside advisor role, her departure comes just months before midterms, leaving uncertainty about her replacement. Leavitt called the move bittersweet but affirmed she’ll remain a fierce MAGA advocate, thanking Trump for letting her continue serving in a vital capacity from outside the West Wing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4ed1f1d857dfdb34