US President Donald Trump announced that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down from her position, though she will continue serving as a senior advisor.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is to leave her current role, President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday. The 28-year-old, who holds the distinction of being the youngest person to serve as a US presidential press secretary, will transition to a position as a senior advisor in the administration.
Leavitt has become known for her combative approach during press briefings, delivering pointed responses to journalists and earning a reputation for sharp criticism of media representatives. Her tenure has been marked by aggressive and fluent performances at often contentious White House press events.
Throughout her time in the position, Leavitt has demonstrated consistent loyalty to Trump, vigorously defending the president's positions and policies. The announcement of her transition represents a staffing change within the Trump administration, though she will maintain a role within the White House structure in her new capacity as senior advisor.
