Karoline Leavitt, Youngest-Ever White House Press Secretary, Steps Down to Prioritize Family and Continue Serving the Conservative Cause
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President Donald Trump announced that 28-year-old Karoline Leavitt will leave her role as White House press secretary to focus on her family, and will continue to serve as a trusted outside advisor for the Republican Party.
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down from her post by the end of August, exemplifying the values of family and service that define the conservative movement. At just 28, Leavitt has shown remarkable dedication, and her decision to prioritize her children reflects the importance of family at the heart of Republican values. Trump’s post on Truth Social praised her commitment, noting that she will remain a top outside advisor and continue to help the Republican Party secure victory in the November midterm elections.
Leavitt has served with distinction as press secretary since the administration’s triumphant return in January 2025. After giving birth to her second child, Viviana, on May 1, Leavitt returned from maternity leave and made the difficult but admirable choice to put her family first. In her statement on X, Leavitt emphasized her desire to be the mother her children deserve, demonstrating the strength and integrity that conservatives champion. As the youngest person ever to hold the White House press secretary position, Leavitt’s legacy is one of trailblazing leadership and unwavering commitment to the nation. Trump’s history of appointing strong, principled press secretaries—four during his first term from 2017 to 2021—continues to set a high standard for public service.