Karoline Leavitt’s announcement in full as she announces her White House exit

She reflected on the ‘bittersweet decision’ to step away after serving as one of Trump’s most trusted aides

The President's 'trusted aide' will leave her White House press secretary role this month.

Donald Trump has announced that Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House Press Secretary at the end of the month.

Donald Trump revealed the news on Truth Social.By Berk Uyal, Live News Content Editor/Reporter 21:13, Wed, Aug 12, 2026 Updated: 21:14, Wed, Aug 12, 2026 Donald Trump has revealed Karoline Leavitt will be leaving her role as White House Press Secretary (Image: Getty)Karoline Leavitt will leave her role as White House P

Karoline Leavitt, who recently returned from maternity leave, says she has decided to quit as White House press secretary to focus on being a mother.