In a surprise move, President Trump has announced that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will be stepping down from her position at the end of August. Citing a desire to spend more time with her family, Leavitt's departure marks a significant change in the White House communications team, which has been a key point of contention for the administration in recent months. Leavitt's tenure as press secretary has been marked by frequent clashes with the media and intense scrutiny over the administration's handling of various policy issues. As the White House searches for a new press secretary, questions remain about who will take on the challenging role and how the administration will adapt to the changing media landscape.


White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is departing her post at the end of August to spend more time with her family, President Trump announced.