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politics8 days ago•12 min saved

CNN Pundit Scott Jennings Hesitates on Trump Corruption Question Amid Press Secretary Rumors

Scott Jennings, a CNN political commentator and rumored candidate for the White House press secretary role, displayed notable hesitation when asked about President Donald Trump’s potential corruption issues. During a podcast appearance, Jennings paused before acknowledging that Democrats would likely investigate various financial controversies involving the Trump administration, including crypto investments and family events, while maintaining that the administration follows applicable laws.

via HuffPost|

#cnn #corruption-allegations #donald-trump

politics1 month ago•14 min saved

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

politics1 month ago•101 min saved

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

politics1 month ago•202 min saved

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

politics1 month ago•22 min saved

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

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Habba brushes off White House press secretary bid amid shifting Kalshi odds

Alina Habba said she’s not in the running to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, despite Kalshi bettors previously placing her at the top; following her denial, other names like Scott Jennings and Anna Kelly rose as favorites while Leavitt’s tenure continues through August.

via Fox News|

#alina-habba #kalshi #karoline-leavitt

politics1 month ago•104 min saved

West Wing in Flux as Trump’s Behavior Triggers White House Exodus

Trump’s increasingly erratic leadership has sparked a White House exodus, with four top aides resigning this summer including Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt; insiders say his combative style, health concerns, and insistence on steering messaging have strained staff and weakened leadership, fueling fears of a chaotic run-up to the midterms.

via The Daily Beast|

#donald-j-trump #karoline-leavitt #politics

us-politics-and-policy1 month ago•6 min saved

Leavitt’s exit leaves Trump with a high-stakes press secretary vacancy

Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House press secretary, announced she will resign at the end of August after 19 months in the role, a tenure longer than most predecessors and praised by Donald Trump for her combative, media-savvy style. She transformed the briefing room with influencer briefings and viral clips while clashing with reporters; her departure will force Trump to search for a successor to one of the administration’s most high-profile positions.

via Financial Times|

#donald-trump #influencer-briefings #karoline-leavitt

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Leavitt to depart White House press secretary role to focus on family, Trump says

President Donald Trump announced that Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of the month to prioritise her family, while remaining a top outside adviser and an influential voice in the Republican Party; the departure adds to a recent wave of senior staff changes in his second term, following her maternity leave earlier this year.

via Al Jazeera|

#karoline-leavitt #politics #staffing-shake-up

politics1 month ago•401 min saved

Leavitt steps down as White House press secretary to focus on family

Karoline Leavitt, 28, the youngest White House press secretary, will depart at the end of August after returning from maternity leave for her second child. Trump said she will become a top outside advisor, as Leavitt noted she cannot devote the constant time the role requires to being a mom. She previously served in Trump’s administration, led his 2024 campaign communications, ran unsuccessfully for New Hampshire’s 2nd District in 2022, and no successor has been announced.

via NBC News|

#karoline-leavitt #maternity-leave #politics

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Leavitt Resigns as White House Press Secretary to Focus on Family, Will Advise Trump on Midterms

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will resign by the end of August to focus on her family, with Trump saying she will become a top outside adviser to help the GOP’s 2026 midterm effort; Leavitt, 28, is the youngest person to hold the post since it was created.

via CNBC|

#donald-trump #karoline-leavitt #midterm-elections-2026

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Alina Habba and Karoline Leavitt Lead Race for Trump's Press Secretary

Alina Habba, a prominent attorney and spokesperson for President-elect Donald Trump, expressed on Sean Hannity's Fox News show that she would "very seriously" consider the role of White House Press Secretary if offered. Habba, known for defending Trump in his civil fraud case, is reportedly a leading candidate for the position in the upcoming administration. She praised Trump's recent cabinet picks and emphasized her loyalty to him, indicating her openness to the potential role.

via The Hill|

#alina-habba #donald-trump #politics

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

White House Press Secretary Joins WGA Strike, Cancels 'The View' Appearance

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre canceled her scheduled appearance on ABC's The View due to the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike, which some writers on the show are participating in. The White House expressed support for the striking writers and hopes for a swift resolution. President Joe Biden has previously voiced his support for the writers' strike.

via Deadline|

#canceled-appearance #entertainment #karine-jean-pierre

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Biden's Fall at Air Force Graduation Sparks Controversy and Metaphors

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre downplayed President Joe Biden's recent fall at the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation ceremony, stating that "things happen" and that other presidents have had similar situations. She also confirmed that no one is reviewing the advance staffing responsible for scheduling and planning Biden's events.

via The Daily Wire|

#air-force-graduation #falls #joe-biden