Leavitt Steps Down as Press Secretary | Cleveland News

Karoline Leavitt is stepping down as White House Press Secretary at the end of August, citing the overwhelming demands of the job as making it hard to be the best mom to her two young kids—just weeks after returning from maternity leave. At just 28, she’s the youngest ever to hold the role and expressed deep gratitude to President Trump for the honor, including speaking at the podium in the West Wing. Though leaving her official post, she’ll remain influential as Trump’s top outside adviser and a key Republican strategist for the upcoming midterms. Trump praised her as one of the greatest press secretaries in history, honoring her decision while acknowledging the intense pressures of elite political roles—especially for parents. No successor has been named yet. 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/5b8ee490ca7aabe8