White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced the birth of her second child, a baby girl named Viviana or 'Vivi', according to BBC News, CBS News, and PBS. The baby was born on May 1st. In an Instagram post, Leavitt expressed her joy and love for her new daughter.
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced the birth of her second child, a baby girl named Viviana 'Vivi'. Born on May 1st, Viviana is healthy and adjusting well with her older brother Nicholas. Leavitt expressed joy in an Instagram post, thanking those who supported her during pregnancy.
- Karoline Leavitt becomes the first White House press secretary to give birth while holding the position
- Baby girl named Viviana 'Vivi', born on May 1st and healthy according to Leavitt's announcement
- Two-year-old son Nicholas adjusting well as an older brother, per Instagram post
- Leavitt thanked supporters for prayers during her pregnancy
The press secretary shared that Viviana is healthy and perfect, while her two-year-old son Nicholas, or 'Niko', is adjusting well to his role as an older brother. Leavitt also thanked everyone who reached out with prayers during her pregnancy.
Leavitt has been on maternity leave since April but briefly returned after the 24th April shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner to update the press. Other members of the Trump administration are expected to hold regular briefings in Leavitt's absence, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio having held a briefing earlier this week.
Rubio acknowledged the chaotic nature of the briefings, joking about not knowing reporters' names. It is unclear how long Leavitt will be away from her duties at the White House as she enjoys time with her new daughter and family.
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