White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of the month, Donald Trump said on Wednesday (12 August) leaving the president without one of his most trusted advisers ahead of November's midterm elections. Leavitt, 28, said in a social media post that she aimed to spend more time with her young children. She gave birth to her second child in May and recently returned from maternity leave. Leavitt joined Trump's 2024 presidential campaign and served as transition spokeswoman before being chosen as White House press secretary. She became the youngest person to hold the position. During her tenure, Leavitt became known for her sharp, combative style at White House press briefings and media appearances. The Independent looks back at some of the most explosive and contentious moments from her time, including fierce clashes with the journalists.

Leavitt returned from maternity leave in June following the birth of her second child.

President Donald Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will be leaving the administration at the end of the month to spend time with her young family.

Leavitt, 28, was the youngest White House press secretary in history when Trump appointed her early during his transition.

US president Donald Trump has announced that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of August to spend more time with her family.