It’s been a week since Donald Trump shocked the political world yet again, defeating Kamala Harris not just in the Electoral College but also in the popular vote—a double triumph that left his critics speechless. Now, as Trump begins assembling his administration for a triumphant return to the White House, one critical position remains unfilled: press secretary.
The press secretary for a Trump administration isn’t just a job—it’s a battlefield. The media’s hostility toward Trump is nothing new, and whoever takes that podium will need the wit, resilience, and grit to handle relentless attacks. Kayleigh McEnany set the gold standard during Trump’s first term, going toe-to-toe with a room full of journalists eager to pounce on every word. Now, there’s speculation that Trump has his eye on someone who might just match, if not exceed, that level of poise and fire: 27-year-old Karoline Leavitt.
Leavitt is no stranger to the spotlight, and she’s certainly no stranger to the kind of heat that comes with defending Trump. A new mom and a seasoned fighter, Leavitt has already proven herself as a fearless advocate. She’s called out CNN for being a “hostile environment,” stood her ground against liberal journalists, and made her mark as an unapologetically pro-Trump voice.
Leavitt’s potential appointment isn’t just a rumor—it’s a calculated move by Trump to put someone on the front lines who knows how to punch back. One insider close to Trump put it bluntly: “The president trusts her, and trust is everything with him.”
Trust and toughness define Karoline Leavitt’s career. A graduate of Saint Anselm College, she cut her teeth in Trump’s first administration, starting in the Office of Presidential Correspondence and later joining the communications team under McEnany. After Trump left office, she worked for Rep. Elise Stefanik and even made her own run for Congress in New Hampshire. Though she narrowly lost, Leavitt didn’t fade into the background. Instead, she returned to the pro-Trump orbit, ready to fight another day.
And fight she did. Earlier this year, after Trump survived an assassination attempt—a chilling moment that underscored the stakes of this election—Leavitt barely missed a beat. Days after giving birth to her son, she was back on the campaign trail, rallying support for her boss. “The president literally put his life on the line to win this election,” she said at the time. “The least I could do is get back to work quickly.”
If resilience had a name, it might just be Karoline Leavitt.
But this isn’t just about her work ethic or loyalty. Leavitt has the sharp instincts and media savvy to navigate the minefield of modern press relations. One source close to Trump praised her ability to “take incoming on CNN and then punch back.” That’s the kind of strength Trump values—and it’s the kind of strength the American people expect from someone representing his administration.
Leavitt’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric, and her potential appointment as press secretary would cement her status as one of the brightest stars in Trump’s inner circle. She’s tough, talented, and unafraid to stand her ground—a perfect match for the role.
Whether or not Trump officially names Leavitt as his press secretary remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: she’s already shown she’s more than ready to take on the job. In a political landscape dominated by weak messaging and endless spin, Karoline Leavitt offers something rare—authenticity and the courage to defend her convictions.
The media may not like her, but that’s exactly why she’s the right person for the job.