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Karoline Leavitt: six key takeaways from 20 months as Trump’s press secretary

Trump’s most prominent spokesperson won regular plaudits from her boss for her unflinching defense of his agenda

Karoline Leavitt: six key takeaways from 20 months as Trump’s press secretary

TL;DR

  • Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's press secretary, is departing the White House.
  • Her 20-month tenure included efforts to influence the White House press pool and introduce conservative commentators.
  • Leavitt was a staunch defender of Trump's agenda and faced criticism for amplifying misinformation and curbing press freedom.
  • She defended Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and clashed with reporters questioning the administration.
  • Leavitt also faced backlash for comments criticizing Gen Z.
  • She was the youngest White House press secretary and the first expectant one.