Karoline Leavitt steps down as press secretary of White House; to remain as Trump’s advisor

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has announced the stepping down of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Trump wrote on social media that Karoline Leavitt will be stepping down at the end of this month and that she wants to spend more time with her children and family. Trump said that Leavitt will remain his senior advisor even though she is stepping down as press secretary.

After Trump's announcement, Karoline Leavitt posted on social media confirming the incident. She thanked President Trump for giving her the opportunity to speak for the president at the White House podium. She also said that during this time, she had been able to hold the liberal media accountable and ensure that the people knew the truth about President Trump.

Karoline Leavitt, 28, is one of Trump's most trusted aides. Leavitt also had the distinction of being the youngest to become the US president's chief spokesperson. Leavitt, who easily handled press conferences, became notable in a short period of time. Karoline Leavitt had announced the birth of her second child last May. She also said that the baby has been named Viviana.