White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Friday that she will return to President Donald Trump’s super PAC, MAGA Inc., after stepping down from her administration post.
Leavitt, 28, announced her departure, stating she made the "bittersweet decision" to prioritize her young children over the demanding role of press secretary. She confirmed aboard Air Force One that her upcoming trip would be her last official flight in her current capacity.
"You guys will still see me all the time," Leavitt told reporters, indicating her continued involvement in Trump's political activities as Republicans prepare for midterm elections. She previously worked as a spokesperson for MAGA Inc. before joining Trump's 2024 presidential campaign and subsequently taking on the role of White House press secretary.
Leavitt became the youngest White House press secretary in history when Trump returned to office in January 2025. Her departure leaves a high-profile vacancy in the White House briefing room, and an announcement regarding her successor has not yet been made by the President.
