Karoline Leavitt Resigns as White House Press Secretary

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt resigned on August 27, 2026, after 19 months in office. Leavitt, the youngest person to ever hold the position, stated she is leaving to focus on her family following the birth of her daughter in May, noting that the 24-hour demands of the role became unsustainable with two young children.

President Donald Trump praised Leavitt for making the job glamorous and confirmed she will remain one of his top outside advisers. Leavitt described Trump as the best boss she has ever had and a pro-family president who supported her during her pregnancy and maternity leave. She is returning to the MAGA Inc. super PAC to assist Republican efforts in the November midterm elections.

Trump has not yet named a successor, though he noted a high volume of job applications. Potential candidates include conservative commentator Scott Jennings, White House communication director Steven Cheung, and principal deputy press secretary Anna Kelly. Alina Habba, a senior advisor to the attorney general for U.S. Attorneys, denied reports that she is being considered for the role.