Karoline Leavitt appointed as White House press secretary by President Trump

President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Karoline Leavitt will serve as the White House press secretary, praising her as a smart and effective communicator. Leavitt previously served as the national press secretary for Trump’s campaign and has been a spokesperson for the transition team since Election Day. In a statement, Leavitt expressed her gratitude and commitment to helping deliver Trump’s message to the American people. Trump also named Steven Cheung as his incoming director of communications. Leavitt has defended Trump’s rhetoric, arguing that he is addressing the reality of the country’s situation. She has supported Trump’s criticism of media outlets as “fake news” and ran for Congress in New Hampshire in 2022. Leavitt previously worked as an assistant press secretary during Trump’s first term. Overall, her appointment as press secretary highlights Trump’s continued reliance on loyal and experienced individuals to help shape and communicate his administration’s message.

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