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Natalie Harp’s Role in Katie Zacharia’s Brief Tenure as Press Secretary
politics2 days ago

Natalie Harp’s Role in Katie Zacharia’s Brief Tenure as Press Secretary

A new report indicates that White House aide Natalie Harp significantly influenced President Donald Trump’s decision to hire Katie Zacharia as press secretary. Zacharia held the position for less than five days before being dismissed. Sources describe Harp’s input as 'strong' in advancing the appointment, highlighting her influence within the administration despite recent internal turmoil involving Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.

via The Daily Beast|
#katie-zacharia#natalie-harp#politics
White House press secretary search resumes after Zacharia's five-day exit
politics3 days ago

White House press secretary search resumes after Zacharia's five-day exit

The White House is seeking a new press secretary following the abrupt departure of Katie Zacharia, who served for only five days. Her exit, which occurred less than three weeks before the midterm elections, follows a widely criticized debut briefing and scrutiny over her legal credentials. President Trump had previously suggested she reconsider the role, citing harsh media treatment, but the administration has not provided a timeline for her replacement or a specific successor.

via Daily Kos|
#donald-trump#katie-zacharia#midterm-elections
Katie Zacharia exits White House press secretary role after five-day tenure
politics3 days ago

Katie Zacharia exits White House press secretary role after five-day tenure

Katie Zacharia has left her role as White House press secretary after just five days, making her the shortest-serving holder of the post in modern history. Her departure follows a widely criticized 14-minute debut briefing and scrutiny over her legal credentials. President Trump had suggested she reconsider the role, and the White House confirmed she is 'transitioning out' without providing a timeline. The exit leaves the administration without a press secretary less than three weeks before the midterm elections.

via BBC|
#donald-trump#katie-zacharia#midterm-elections
Zacharia exits White House press secretary role after five-day tenure
politics3 days ago

Zacharia exits White House press secretary role after five-day tenure

Katie Zacharia has left the role of White House press secretary after just five days, transitioning to an unspecified new position. Her departure follows a widely criticized 14-minute debut briefing and a controversy over her legal credentials, specifically that she failed the bar exam. President Trump had earlier suggested she reconsider the role, citing harsh media treatment. The exit leaves the communications post vacant less than three weeks before midterm elections.

via NBC News|
#donald-trump#katie-zacharia#midterm-elections
Zacharia Admits Bar Exam Failure, Defends 'Lawyer' Title Amid Scrutiny
politics4 days ago

Zacharia Admits Bar Exam Failure, Defends 'Lawyer' Title Amid Scrutiny

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed she failed the California bar exam in 2011 and has never passed a bar in any U.S. state. She defended her use of the term 'lawyer' by citing a law degree and work in China, though legal experts and watchdogs dispute her credentials. Her first press briefing was marked by awkward delivery and questions about her qualifications.

via Axios|
#bar-exam#katie-zacharia#legal-scrutiny
MAGA Factions Clash Over Scott Jennings' Bid to Succeed Leavitt
politics2 months ago

MAGA Factions Clash Over Scott Jennings' Bid to Succeed Leavitt

Scott Jennings is the leading candidate to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, but internal opposition from MAGA allies is intensifying. While Jennings has met with Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and is favored in prediction markets, critics cite his past ties to Senator Mitch McConnell and his 2021 criticism of President Trump regarding the January 6 riot. The White House has not confirmed a choice, with officials emphasizing a deliberate selection process ahead of the midterm elections.

via The Daily Beast|
#karoline-leavitt#politics#press-secretary
Habba rules out White House press secretary role as Trump weighs rotating briefers
politics2 months ago

Habba rules out White House press secretary role as Trump weighs rotating briefers

Alina Habba has publicly ruled out replacing Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, stating she is not pursuing any new role. Leavitt, 28, is stepping down at the end of August to spend time with her two young children, including a daughter born in May. While prediction markets initially favored Habba, CNN commentator Scott Jennings and deputy press secretary Anna Kelly are now leading odds. Trump has expressed no urgency in finding a replacement, with sources indicating he may rely on a rotating cast of Cabinet officials for briefings. Leavitt will remain as an outside advisor and assist with midterm election efforts.

via Fox News|
#alina-habba#karoline-leavitt#politics
Trump weighs options to replace Leavitt as White House press secretary
politics2 months ago

Trump weighs options to replace Leavitt as White House press secretary

With Karoline Leavitt set to depart at month’s end ahead of the midterms, Trump is weighing potential successors for the White House press secretary role. There’s no clear heir apparent, and CNN circulated about a dozen names—Alina Habba, Anna Kelly, Tricia McLaughlin, Elizabeth Pipko, Monica Crowley, Roma Daravi, Lara Trump, and others like Scott Jennings, Jason Miller, Harrison Fields, and Sage Steele. Some pressure to name a successor quickly, while others expect a longer search or interim messaging by top officials. Leavitt will remain an outside adviser, and Trump’s choice will hinge on trust, messaging ability, and fit within his orbit.

via CNN|
#karoline-leavitt#midterms#politics
politics2 months ago

Trump weighs broad field for next White House press secretary after Leavitt exit

Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of the month, prompting a high-stakes search inside Trump’s circle with no obvious heir apparent. The field being discussed spans administration insiders, MAGA-aligned figures, and TV personalities, with names such as Monica Crowley, Scott Jennings, Jason Miller, Alina Habba, Anna Kelly, and Katie Miller floated; timing and lineup remain undecided and the White House has not publicly named a successor.

via Politico|
#donald-trump#karoline-leavitt#politics
Casting a New Spokesperson: 10 contenders to replace Leavitt as Trump’s press secretary
politics2 months ago

Casting a New Spokesperson: 10 contenders to replace Leavitt as Trump’s press secretary

Karoline Leavitt is leaving the White House press secretary role at the end of August, prompting speculation about her replacement. Trump is seeking a telegenic, authoritative spokesperson and has shortlisted 10 contenders: Alina Habba, Scott Jennings, Anna Kelly, Katie Miller, Matthew Boyle, Steven Cheung, Taylor Budowich, Roma Daravi, Jason Miller, and Kari Lake. Betting markets currently favor Scott Jennings and Anna Kelly, with Roma Daravi rising to third; Kari Lake remains in contention, but her ambassadorship nomination to Jamaica would block her from taking the post. No official appointment has been announced.

via USA Today|
#media#politics#press-secretary