White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt announced that she is going on maternity leave ahead of the birth of her second child, but did not name her deputy. This was reported by UNN citing Leavitt's statement and AFP.
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"And finally, a few words about the personal: this will probably be my last press conference for some time. As you can see, I'm about to give birth. So we'll see each other very soon. I know you'll be in good hands with my team here at the White House, and I know you all have the president's personal phone number. So I have no doubt that during my absence, you won't lack statements and news from this building", - said Leavitt.
As AFP reports, the White House has not yet appointed an official successor, and according to reports, during her absence, press conferences at the White House may occasionally be conducted by high-ranking officials such as US Vice President JD Vance. The White House also did not confirm how long she will be absent.
Leavitt is already a mother of a boy born in July 2024, and at 28 years old, she is the youngest White House press secretary.
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Press Secretary of US President Donald Trump Caroline Leavitt announced that she is expecting the birth of her second child in May 2026. Leavitt posted a corresponding statement on her Instagram page, noting that she will have a daughter.