Who is Karoline Leavitt? At 27 years old, she is the youngest White House press secretary in history.
|At just 27 years old, Karoline Leavitt made history as the youngest White House press secretary. A native of New Hampshire, she stepped into the prestigious role after gaining national recognition as a spokesperson for the Trump 2024 presidential campaign. Her sharp communication skills and strong presence in televised interviews set her apart from other campaign officials, earning her widespread respect.
Confident in her new role, Karoline declared, “As you have witnessed over the past week, President Trump is diligently working to fulfill the commitments he made to the American people during the campaign.” Her appointment as White House press secretary was met with praise across the nation.
During her first press conference, she proudly displayed her faith by wearing a Christian cross, exuding both poise and confidence. Karoline also joins a notable group of working mothers who have served in the White House press office, including Stephanie Grisham, Jen Psaki, Kayleigh McEnany, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and Karine Jean-Pierre. Speaking on the challenges of balancing career and motherhood, she admitted, “It’s heart-wrenching to leave the baby to go to work every day.” She described the experience as physically, emotionally, and spiritually demanding.
Karoline shares her personal life with her husband, Nicholas Riccio, and their newborn son, also named Nicholas. Despite her public profile, the couple has chosen to keep details of their wedding private.
In addition to her groundbreaking role, Karoline is a proud new mother. Her husband, Nicholas, 32 years her senior, is a successful real estate investor and developer. As the head of Riccio Enterprises LLC, a thriving multimillion-dollar company, he has built a strong reputation in the real estate industry.
Former President Donald Trump praised Karoline’s appointment, calling her “smart, tough, and an extraordinarily gifted communicator.” He expressed full confidence in her ability to effectively represent the administration, stating, “Karoline will be an excellent spokesperson for us as we strive to Make America Great Again.”
As she takes on the critical responsibility of being the voice of the White House, Karoline Leavitt’s appointment marks a significant moment for the administration and American political history.