White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation, citing a desire to spend more time with her two young children.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her position at the end of the month, President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday. Leavitt, 28, is the youngest person to ever hold the role. President Trump stated that while she is departing the administration, she will continue to serve as one of his top outside advisors and remain an influential voice within the Republican Party.

Reasons for Departure

Leavitt, who recently returned to the White House following the birth of her second child in May, stated that she made the decision to prioritize her family. In a social media post, she explained that she felt she could not be the mother her two children deserve while maintaining the constant demands of the press secretary role. She expressed gratitude to the President for the opportunity to speak on his behalf and noted that she has relished the work of holding the media accountable.

Background and Future Role

Known for her loyal defense of the President and aggressive performance during press briefings, Leavitt is a veteran of Trump’s political operations. She served in the White House press office during his first term that concluded in 2021 and acted as his spokesperson during the 2024 presidential campaign. President Trump described her as one of his most trusted aides and indicated that her transition to an outside advisory role will support the party's efforts ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.