Karoline Leavitt made history on Tuesday as the youngest White House press secretary at 27. A New Hampshire native, Leavitt previously served as a spokesperson for the Trump 2024 campaign.
She succeeded Ronald Ziegler, who held the position at 29 during the Nixon administration. During her first briefing, Leavitt emphasized the administration’s commitment to transparency and open communication, welcoming both traditional and alternative media outlets. A working mother, Leavitt returned to work just days after giving birth to her son in July 2024, acknowledging the challenges of balancing motherhood and her demanding role. Donald Trump praised her as “smart, tough,” and a “highly effective communicator.”