Karoline Leavitt Announces Final Press Appearance Before Welcoming Baby

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered her final press "gaggle" on April 24, 2026, announcing a temporary departure as she prepares to welcome her second child. Leavitt, the youngest Press Secretary in U.S. history and the first to serve while pregnant, joked with reporters that she was ready to have the baby "any minute." She expressed full confidence in her communications team and noted that the press corps' direct access to the President ensures there will be no shortage of news during her absence. The announcement marks a historic milestone for the administration, with Leavitt previously crediting President Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for fostering a "pro-family" environment. While Leavitt steps away for maternity leave, Assistant Press Secretary Anna Kelly is expected to be among those handling briefing duties. Leavitt, who is expecting a baby girl in May with husband Nicholas Riccio, concluded her appearance by promising to see the press corps again "very soon.” #KarolineLeavitt #WhiteHouse #MaternityLeave #BreakingNews #PressSecretary #TrumpAdministration #WashingtonDC #WomenInPolitics