8 Facts About Karoline Leavitt, The Youngest White House Press Secretary In History (4 of 5)

President Trump appointed her Press Secretary in 2025

After his win in 2024 over Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, Trump deemed Leavitt his top pick to serve as Press Secretary during his second, nonconsecutive term. She was selected for what seemed the reinforcement of the administration’s focus on bolstering their communication and impact in digital spaces.

In this role, Leavitt is the president’s official spokesperson and the main point of contact for crisis communications, media relations, and briefings for day to day proceedings.

She is highly savvy in media literacy and strategically assertive

Due to her strong background in news and television and long stint working in political communications, Leavitt is extremely media literate and shows confidence as a contributor within the political media landscape. She does not shy away from being challenged and confronting long standing narratives.

Her approach and demeanor have inspired much debate and conversation amongst her supporters and critics alike. Those who endorse her deem Leavitt as direct and refreshing, while critics label her as combative and argumentative.