Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave post

What the report says

President Donald Trump said White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her job at the end of the month, saying she plans to spend more time with her young children and family. In remarks posted on social media and reported by BBC World News, Trump described Leavitt as one of his most trusted aides and said he respected her decision. He also indicated she would remain in an advisory role and continue to be a prominent voice in the Republican Party.

Leavitt, 28, became White House press secretary last year, making her the youngest person to hold the post. The article says it was not immediately clear who would replace her. BBC reported that she returned from maternity leave only last month after the birth of her daughter, and that she also has a young son. In a post on X, Leavitt said the role had been the honor of a lifetime but that she felt she could not fully meet the demands of the job while also being the mother her children deserve.

The BBC also noted that Leavitt had worked with Trump in earlier roles, including in his first term and during his 2024 campaign. Her departure would mark another change in a high-profile communications job that has often drawn attention because of her combative style with reporters and her strong defense of the administration. The announcement leaves open who will become Trump’s next chief spokesperson.