- Karoline Leavitt, 27, appointed White House Press Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump.
- Leavitt previously served as Trump’s National Press Secretary and in the White House.
- She will be the youngest press secretary in U.S. history, surpassing Ronald Ziegler.
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Karoline Leavitt, 27, to serve as White House Press Secretary, making her the youngest to hold the role in U.S. history.
Leavitt has extensive experience with Trump’s communications team, having served as National Press Secretary for his 2024 campaign and in the Trump White House as Assistant Press Secretary.
Trump Taps Karoline Leavitt as Press Secretary, Reinforcing MAGA Messaging
Before her work in the White House, Leavitt had a stint as communications director for Rep. Elise Stefanik, a prominent ally of Trump, and she also ran for Congress in New Hampshire in 2022. Although she lost the election, she made a significant impact during the Republican primary. Her political experience and media savvy have made her a trusted voice in the MAGA movement.
In her new role, Leavitt will face the challenge of representing Trump’s policies and defending his administration while managing the often combative relationship with the press. Trump has previously shown a preference for bypassing traditional media outlets, instead engaging directly with the public through social media and rallies. However, Leavitt’s position as press secretary will require her to navigate daily interactions with reporters and ensure the administration’s message is communicated effectively.
Trump also announced other key positions, including Steven Cheung as Director of Communications and Sergio Gor as Director of Presidential Personnel. These appointments signal Trump’s confidence in his long-standing allies, who have been integral to his success from the 2016 campaign through to his 2024 victory.
Karoline Leavitt’s appointment as White House Press Secretary marks a new chapter in Trump’s approach to media relations. As the youngest person ever to hold the role, she will be tasked with balancing traditional duties with the unique challenges posed by Trump’s unorthodox style of communication.
“I have the utmost confidence she will excel at the podium, and help deliver our message to the American People as we Make America Great Again.” — President-elect Donald Trump
