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Who will replace Karoline Leavitt as the next White House press secretary?

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Aug 13 Evening

4 articles|2 sources
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The Guardian - World News21h ago

Who will replace Karoline Leavitt as the next White House press secretary?

Karoline Leavitt is resigning as White House press secretary at the end of the month to spend more time with her family, prompting a competitive search within Donald Trump's circle for her replacement. Several individuals are being considered for the prominent role. Potential contenders include current White House Communications Director Stephen Cheung, loyal Trump ally and former personal lawyer Alina Habba, Principal Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly, and influential conservative podcast host Katie Miller. Taylor Budowich, a former White House deputy chief of staff, is also mentioned as a possible candidate.

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BBC News - WorldYesterday

Who could potentially replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?

The departure of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt at the end of the month has initiated a search for her successor within President Donald Trump's administration. No decision has been made yet, and the White House has not announced a replacement. The role is demanding, requiring management of media relations, coordination with other White House departments, and providing media advice to the president, all while meeting Trump's high expectations. During Leavitt's previous leave, high-ranking officials like Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio conducted press briefings, suggesting a potential temporary return to that practice. The article notes that finding someone to fill the position, which involves overseeing a high volume of daily inquiries, could be challenging.

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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

First Thing: Leavitt departs White House press secretary role with Trump’s ratings at historic low

Karoline Leavitt is stepping down as White House Press Secretary to spend more time with her children, stating she cannot fulfill both roles effectively. She was the youngest person to hold the position and will become an outside advisor to President Trump. Her departure occurs as Trump's approval ratings are at a historic low, with voters concerned about rising prices and the war in Iran. The article also reports on alleged dire conditions and mental health crises onboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during an extended deployment in the Middle East, which the Defense Secretary has dismissed. Additionally, Greenland authorities have postponed drilling for a Trump-linked oil firm, and other news includes a helicopter crash in Texas, a lawsuit against Trump over a subscription service, and an indictment in a murder case.

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Key Claims

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Karoline Leavitt is stepping down as White House press secretary at the end of the month.

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Stephen Cheung is currently the White House communications director.

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Alina Habba served as Donald Trump's personal lawyer and was a short-lived US attorney for New Jersey.

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Anna Kelly is the principal deputy press secretary and previously worked for Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.

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Katie Miller is the wife of Stephen Miller and hosts a conservative podcast.

Aug 13 Morning

2 articles|1 sources
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Al JazeeraYesterday

Leavitt to leave as White House press secretary

Karoline Leavitt has announced her departure from her role as White House press secretary. The article states that Leavitt has made the decision to step down from this position. No further details regarding the timing of her departure or the reasons behind it are provided in the content. This announcement signifies a change in the White House press secretary role.

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Al JazeeraYesterday

Trump administration plans to give ICE officers electric-shock gloves

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to spend between $10 million and $20 million by March 2027 to equip federal immigration agents with electric-shock gloves. These devices, known as CT-G5 G.L.O.V.E.s, are designed to deliver electric pulses to distract and de-escalate situations. The gloves can emit up to 380 volts, inhibiting coordinated muscle movement. The purchase is intended for agents within Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Enforcement and Removal Operations and Homeland Security Investigations. This planned acquisition has drawn criticism from rights advocates concerned about potential misuse against protesters and individuals in custody.

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Key Claims

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Karoline Leavitt has announced she will be stepping down as White House press secretary.

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Leavitt's departure marks a change in White House communication leadership.

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The US Department of Homeland Security plans to spend between $10m and $20m on electric-shock gloves for ICE agents by March 2027.

— Department of Homeland Security

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The gloves, known as CT-G5 G.L.O.V.E., are designed to deliver electrical pulses to distract and de-escalate situations.

— Compliant Technologies / Department of Homeland Security

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A user manual states the gloves can deliver a maximum of 380 volts.

— user manual

Aug 12 Evening

6 articles|5 sources
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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary, Trump says

Karoline Leavitt will depart her role as White House press secretary at the end of August, as announced by President Trump on social media. Trump stated Leavitt is leaving to spend more time with her family, having recently returned from maternity leave after giving birth in May. Leavitt, who became the youngest press secretary in January 2025, will transition to an outside advisor role for Trump. She cited her desire to be a better mother to her two young children as the reason for her departure. Leavitt previously served as a press aide during Trump's first term and was a spokesperson for his 2024 campaign. Trump did not announce a successor.

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South China Morning PostYesterday

Trump spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt to step down

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will depart her role at the end of the month, as announced by President Donald Trump. Leavitt, 28, is the youngest person to hold the position and recently returned from leave following the birth of her second child in May. Trump described her as one of his "most trusted aides" and stated she will become a top outside advisor and influential voice within the Republican Party. Leavitt explained her decision to leave was to devote more time to her two young children, feeling she could not be the best mother while fulfilling the demands of the Press Secretary role. Trump did not announce plans for her replacement.

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BBC News - WorldYesterday

Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave post

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will be stepping down from her position at the end of the month, as announced by President Donald Trump. Trump stated that Leavitt is leaving to spend time with her young children and family, a decision he understands and respects. He also indicated that Leavitt will continue to serve as one of his top outside advisors and an influential voice within the Republican Party. Leavitt, who became the youngest White House Press Secretary last year, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to speak on behalf of the President. She recently welcomed her second child, a baby girl, and has a two-year-old son, noting the challenges of balancing motherhood with her demanding role.

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Al JazeeraYesterday

Trump reveals Karoline Leavitt to step down as White House press secretary

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will be stepping down at the end of the month to focus on her family, according to an announcement by President Donald Trump on Truth Social. Leavitt, who recently gave birth to her second child, has served in the role since Trump's inauguration in 2025 and is the youngest person to hold the position. Trump praised her performance and stated she will remain a top outside advisor and influential voice within the Republican Party. Leavitt's departure follows a period of maternity leave and her return to the podium in mid-July. She has been a member of Trump's inner circle since his first term, advancing from an intern to a spokesperson and later serving as the primary spokesperson for his 2024 presidential campaign.

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Associated Press (AP)Yesterday

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, youngest person to hold role, to leave at month’s end

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the youngest person to hold the position, will depart at the end of the month, as announced by President Donald Trump. Leavitt, 28, recently returned to her role after a leave for the birth of her second child in May. Trump described her as one of his "most trusted aides" and stated her departure is to allow her more time with her young children and family. He also announced that Leavitt will become one of his top outside advisors and an influential voice within the Republican Party. Leavitt previously served as a press aide for Trump during his first term in the White House and is a visible advocate for his "Make America Great Again" movement.

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Associated Press (AP)Yesterday

ICE’s plan to give officers electric shock gloves draws outrage and fears of misuse

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to spend between $10 million and $20 million to equip officers with electric shock gloves, known as G.L.O.V.E. devices, which deliver painful shocks when applied to skin to gain compliance. This plan has drawn criticism from Democratic elected officials and civil rights advocates who deem the technology unnecessary and cruel. New York Attorney General Letitia James expressed outrage and warned of legal consequences for misuse in her state. The Department of Homeland Security stated that ICE assesses officer needs to ensure they have necessary equipment. Concerns about misuse are amplified by a pending lawsuit alleging the gloves contributed to a man's death and warnings from the manufacturer against using them on vulnerable populations.

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Key Claims

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Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of August.

— Donald Trump

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Leavitt is leaving to spend more time with her family after giving birth in May.

— Donald Trump

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Leavitt will become one of Trump's top outside advisors.

— Donald Trump

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Her claim that tariffs are a tax cut for the American people was rated false by Politifact.

— Politifact

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Leavitt described Trump as 'the hardest-working man in politics' with 'wildly popular' policies.

— Karoline Leavitt