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Karoline Leavitt’s next move: Departing White House Press Secretary returns to Trump’s MAGA inc
- President Donald Trump is searching for a successor to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who announced Wednesday she will depart at the end of August after serving approximately 19 months.
- Conservative CNN pundit Scott Jennings has emerged as a leading candidate, alongside Alina Habba, Anna Kelly, and Katie Miller, as Trump reportedly seeks someone with a strong existing relationship to communicate policy positions.
- Reports suggest Trump may prioritize a male successor, shifting from his previous preference for female press secretaries, though critics argue Jennings' combative style makes him poorly suited for the role.
- Leavitt will not fully exit the administration, as Trump confirmed she will transition into a key outside advisor position focusing on party messaging and grassroots engagement for the midterm elections.
- Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer noted that the president's relationship with the new hire will be critical, emphasizing the ideal candidate will likely be someone already operating within Trump's inner orbit.
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Fleeing White staffers terrified of post-Trump job prospects: 'Worth taking these hits?'
A flood of White House staffers and insiders are seeking a quick exit before the midterms, ahead of expected losses that may make them unemployable.According to Politico, the thinking in President Donald Trump's administration is that it is best to get out now to avoid the turmoil of a White House under constant siege from a possible Democratic majority.According to one observer, anyone planning to bail on the increasingly embattled president, "…
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Total News Sources26
Leaning Left7Leaning Right9Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 33%
C 24%
R 43%
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