White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down from her position at the end of August. President Donald Trump announced the news today, noting that Leavitt intends to dedicate more time to her family and young children.
Leavitt, who at 28 is the youngest person to serve as White House press secretary, plans to remain connected to the administration in a new capacity. President Trump stated that she will transition into a role as one of his top outside advisors. In this new position, she will work with the Republican Party to prepare for the midterm elections scheduled for this November.
Reflecting on the decision, Leavitt shared that balancing the demands of the press secretary role with the responsibilities of being a mother became difficult. She noted that she could no longer provide the constant attention the position requires while prioritizing her children. Leavitt welcomed her daughter in May of this year and has been vocal about the challenges of managing such a high-profile job alongside new motherhood.
Her departure marks the end of her tenure in the White House, which began when the administration took office in January 2025. Her transition to an advisory role suggests a continued alignment with the president’s political agenda as the midterms approach.