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Blanche’s Rose Garden briefing leaves questions, not reassurance
politics25 days ago

Blanche’s Rose Garden briefing leaves questions, not reassurance

At a White House Rose Garden briefing, Todd Blanche — Trump’s embattled U.S. Attorney General — dodged questions on AI regulation, the Supreme Court, Iran, and elections, while quipping about reporters sweating. The performance elicited more confusion than clarity as he defended the president and repeatedly suggested Trump has the right to voice concerns, leaving observers unimpressed by a display many saw as evasive and controversial.

via The Independent|
#karoline-leavitt#politics#rose-garden
Leavitt Exits White House for MAGA Inc., Plans Campaign Comeback
politics1 month ago

Leavitt Exits White House for MAGA Inc., Plans Campaign Comeback

Karoline Leavitt announced she is leaving her post as White House Press Secretary to return to Trump’s political operation, joining MAGA Inc. as a top outside advisor and planning to attend the September Republican Convention. She cited maternity leave and wanting to devote more time to her two children as factors in departing, and Trump praised her forthcoming influence; no successor has been named.

via Deadline|
#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt#maga-inc
Trump Flaunts AI-Generated Truth Social Posts, Feigns Run for Press Secretary
politics1 month ago

Trump Flaunts AI-Generated Truth Social Posts, Feigns Run for Press Secretary

Donald Trump used Truth Social to post a spree of AI-generated content, including a self-flattering image and a mock ‘The Best Press Secretary’ post, signaling he’d like to take Karoline Leavitt’s job as she steps down; the episode fits his pattern of using AI visuals to shape political narratives and accompany other topics like revived talk of the Keystone XL pipeline.

via Yahoo|
#ai#ai-generated-imagery#karoline-leavitt
MAGA Rivals Clash Over Scott Jennings’ Bid to Be Trump’s Press Secretary
politics1 month ago

MAGA Rivals Clash Over Scott Jennings’ Bid to Be Trump’s Press Secretary

Scott Jennings, viewed as the frontrunner to replace Karoline Leavitt as Trump’s press secretary, faces organized opposition from MAGA allies who cite his ties to Mitch McConnell. Reports say he’s been quietly meeting with Susie Wiles and has staged media stunts that resemble auditions, while some Trump allies insist it won’t be him. The White House has not commented.

via The Daily Beast|
#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt#mitch-mcconnell
Trump Casts Himself as ‘Best’ Fit for Leavitt’s Replacement
politics1 month ago

Trump Casts Himself as ‘Best’ Fit for Leavitt’s Replacement

President Donald Trump hinted on Truth Social that he would be the best pick to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, following Leavitt’s announcement she’s stepping down to spend more time with family; the Daily Beast reports Scott Jennings is the front-runner among MAGA circles, though his ties to Mitch McConnell have drawn opposition from some allies. Other names floated include Alina Habba, Natalie Harp, and Ari Fleischer, with no comment from the White House.

via The Daily Beast|
#alina-habba#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt
Trump Floats Natalie Harp as Possible New White House Press Secretary
politics1 month ago

Trump Floats Natalie Harp as Possible New White House Press Secretary

Trump has floated promoting Natalie Harp, his 35-year-old executive assistant, to be his next press secretary as Karoline Leavitt departs; such a promotion would lift Harp’s salary to about $195,200. CNN says Harp is in the mix, but Scott Jennings is the frontrunner in insider reporting, with Kalshi’s odds placing Jennings around 35% and Harp around 6%.

via The Daily Beast|
#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt#natalie-harp
MAGA Divide Emerges Over Scott Jennings as Next White House Press Secretary
politics1 month ago

MAGA Divide Emerges Over Scott Jennings as Next White House Press Secretary

CNN pundit Scott Jennings is viewed by MAGA circles as a front-runner for White House press secretary, but Trump allies push back due to his long ties to Mitch McConnell and past comments on January 6 rioters; with no clear favorite, the White House is weighing several candidates (Anna Kelly, Monica Crowley, Matt Boyle, Alina Habba) and plans rotating briefers until a replacement is named.

via New York Post|
#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt#mitch-mcconnell
Jennings Emerges as Early Front-Runner to Replace Leavitt at the White House
politics1 month ago

Jennings Emerges as Early Front-Runner to Replace Leavitt at the White House

Scott Jennings has emerged as an early frontrunner to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, with Susie Wiles reportedly backing him and several other contenders under consideration. The process is far from settled as the White House weighs options ahead of midterms; Jennings—a CNN contributor and longtime Mitch McConnell adviser—would be evaluated for both his public persona and behind-the-scenes work, but officials say the decision is not imminent and Trump is taking time to decide.

via CNN|
#cnn-politics#karoline-leavitt#politics
Habba rules herself out as Leavitt’s successor, reshaping the White House press secretary race
politics1 month ago

Habba rules herself out as Leavitt’s successor, reshaping the White House press secretary race

Alina Habba publicly dismissed speculation that she’s pursuing Karoline Leavitt’s White House press secretary post, which has shifted bettors’ attention to other contenders like Scott Jennings, Anna Kelly, and Natalie Harp as Leavitt prepares to depart to spend time with family. The job remains the administration’s chief spokesperson and a high‑visibility role in messaging the White House.

via USA Today|
#alina-habba#karoline-leavitt#politics
Habba rejects White House press secretary front-runner chatter despite betting odds
politics1 month ago

Habba rejects White House press secretary front-runner chatter despite betting odds

Alina Habba, a former acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey and one of Trump’s defense lawyers, dismissed speculation that she’s the front-runner to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, calling the rumor “fake news” even though Kalshi bettors once gave her the best odds; Leavitt is leaving the role at the end of August, and betting odds later shifted to Scott Jennings as the favorite with Anna Kelly far behind.

via New York Post|
#alina-habba#kalshi#karoline-leavitt