Leavitt, 28, stated during her last press gaggle on April 24, 2026, that this would likely be her last appearance for some time, saying, 'As you can see, I'm about ready to have a baby any minute.' The White House plans to have senior officials, including Vice President JD Vance and other Cabinet members, step in to deliver briefings during her absence, although no formal replacement is planned.
POLITICSPublished 25 Apr 2026 • Published 15h ago
Karoline Leavitt Takes Maternity Leave Amid Iran War Crisis
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced she is going on maternity leave as she prepares to welcome her second child next week. This leave comes at a critical time amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly related to the Iran war.
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