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Trump administration holds first White House press conference with Karoline Leavitt
The Trump administration will hold its first White House press conference with newly minted press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday afternoon, White House officials confirmed to Fox News Digital.
President Donald Trump has been on a media blitz since his inauguration on Jan. 20, including sitting down for his first White House interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity and speaking with the media as he traveled to states rocked by natural disasters, including North Carolina and California. Trump’s press secretary also has frequently joined media outlets for interviews since Trump was sworn in, but has not yet held a White House press briefing.
Leavitt, 27, is the youngest press secretary in the nation’s history — unseating President Richard Nixon’s press secretary Ron Ziegler, who was 29 when he took the same position in 1969. Leavitt was a fierce defender of Trump throughout his hard-fought campaign against former Vice President Kamala Harris, and also made her own political mark with a congressional run in 2022.
Leavitt served in Trump’s first administration as assistant press secretary before working as New York Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik’s communications director following the 2020 election. She launched a congressional campaign in her home state of New Hampshire during the 2022 cycle, winning her primary but losing the election to a Democrat.
Karoline Leavitt, with President Donald Trump, is the youngest press secretary in the nation’s history.
Leavitt picked up the torch of press secretary from the Biden administration’s chief spokesperson, Karine Jean-Pierre.
Trump’s first week in office was a whirlwind of executive orders and actions as part of his mission to follow through on campaign promises, such as securing the border and removing diversity, equity and inclusion practices from federal offices.
President Donald Trump’s first few days in office were a whirlwind of executive orders and actions as part of his mission to follow through on campaign promises. (Melina Mara, Pool/Getty Images)
“I return to the presidency confident and optimistic that we are at the start of a thrilling new era of national success,” Trump said during his inaugural speech on Jan. 20. “A tide of change is sweeping the country. Sunlight is pouring over the entire world, and America has the chance to seize this opportunity like never before.”
“I think we got there just in the nick of time,” President Donald Trump told Fox News host Sean Hannity in the Oval Office. (Fox News/Hannity)
Trump repeatedly has made himself available to the media since his inauguration — a departure from former President Joe Biden’s infrequent availability to the media — speaking to reporters for about 45 minutes on the evening of his inauguration and again speaking with reporters on Tuesday for another 30 minutes.
Trump also sat down with Fox News’ Sean Hannity on Wednesday, where the pair discussed issues ranging from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s response to hurricanes and wildfires under the Biden administration and declaring that his return to the White House serves as evidence that policies from the “radical left” do not work and were rejected by voters.
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“I think it’s bigger. It’s bigger than if it were more traditional,” he said on “Hannity,” referring to serving two nonconsecutive terms. “I think we got there just in the nick of time.”
The Trump administration recently held its first White House press conference with Karoline Leavitt as the spokesperson. Leavitt, who previously served as the communications director for Vice President Mike Pence, fielded questions from reporters on a range of topics, including the administration’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the economy, and foreign policy.
During the press conference, Leavitt emphasized the administration’s commitment to prioritizing the health and safety of the American people, while also working to revitalize the economy and create jobs. She highlighted the administration’s efforts to distribute vaccines and provide relief to small businesses and individuals impacted by the pandemic.
Leavitt also addressed questions about the administration’s approach to foreign policy, including its stance on trade agreements, alliances, and national security. She stressed the importance of putting America first and protecting the country’s interests on the global stage.
Overall, the press conference served as an opportunity for the Trump administration to communicate its priorities and agenda to the public and the press. Leavitt’s performance as the spokesperson was well-received, and she was praised for her professionalism and command of the issues.
As the administration continues to navigate the challenges facing the nation, it is clear that Leavitt will play a key role in shaping the messaging and communication strategy for the White House. Stay tuned for more updates on the Trump administration’s policies and initiatives in the coming weeks.
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