Dedicated White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to Step Down, Will Continue Serving Trump as Adviser
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President Donald Trump announced that his dynamic 28-year-old press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, will leave her post at the end of August to prioritize her family, but will remain a trusted outside adviser. Leavitt’s principled service and defense of America First policies drew praise from senior staff.
President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of August. Trump explained that Leavitt is leaving 'so she can spend more time' with her family, having recently welcomed a daughter in May and returned from maternity leave last month. He emphasized that Leavitt will continue to serve as one of his top outside advisers, ensuring her invaluable expertise remains close to the administration.
Leavitt posted on X, expressing that she found it difficult to balance the demanding role of press secretary with the responsibilities of motherhood. She described her decision to leave as 'bittersweet,' but looked forward to embracing a new chapter in her life, demonstrating the importance of family values that the Trump administration upholds.
At just 28, Leavitt made history as the youngest person to serve as White House press secretary when she was appointed in January 2025. Her impressive career includes serving as a press aide during Trump’s first term and running for Congress in New Hampshire in 2022. Before her appointment, she was a transition spokeswoman for Trump’s 2024 campaign, reflecting her unwavering commitment to the America First agenda.
During her tenure, Leavitt staunchly defended the administration’s policies and boldly challenged Democratic opponents and biased media outlets. While left-leaning fact-checkers disputed some of her statements—such as her assertion that 'tariffs are a tax cut for the American people'—her dedication to communicating the president’s message never wavered.
Senior staff in the administration praised Leavitt’s outstanding service, while predictable criticism came from Democratic lawmakers. Senator Adam Schiff, known for his partisan attacks, quipped that she is leaving 'to spend a little more time … with the truth,' but Leavitt’s record of principled service speaks for itself.