Here’s who could replace White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt

Published August 12, 2026 5:59pm ET | Updated August 12, 2026 6:35pm ET



President Donald Trump’s announcement that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is departing the administration at the end of the month has sparked speculation regarding a possible replacement.

Although Trump could decide to do something nontraditional and not replace Leavitt, as the White House did not replace her during her maternity leave this summer, here is a list of four possible, but unconfirmed, competitors for the role:

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