In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump has announced the departure of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, effective at the end of August. Leavitt's resignation comes just months after returning from maternity leave, following the birth of her daughter Viviana in May. Trump made the announcement on social media, stating that Leavitt is leaving to "spend more time" with her family, sparking speculation about the reasons behind her sudden departure. Leavitt's tenure as press secretary was marked by controversy and her role will now be filled by an interim replacement until a permanent appointment is made.
US president announced departure on social media, saying Leavitt was leaving to ‘spend more time’ with familyUS politics – live updatesKaroline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of August, Donald Trump announced.The US president announced her departure on social media, saying Leavitt was leaving “so she can spend more time” with her family. She gave birth to a daughter, Viviana, in May, and returned from maternity leave last month. Continue reading...
