Leavitt White House Departure

Karoline Leavitt Steps Down as White House Press Secretary

President Donald Trump announced that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of August to spend more time with her young children and family. Trump said Leavitt, 28, will remain a senior advisor. Her departure comes three months before U.S. midterm elections and amid reports that Trump's approval rating has fallen to a record low.