Karoline Leavitt, who served as President Donald Trump's White House press secretary from January 2025 until August 2026, has joined Fox News Channel as an on-air contributor. According to multiple reports, she will begin her new role on November 1.
Key Takeaways
Karoline Leavitt, former White House press secretary under President Donald Trump, has joined Fox News as an on-air contributor starting November 1. She served from January 2025 to August 2026 and is known for her strong defense of the administration's policies.
- Karoline Leavitt joins Fox News as a contributor starting Nov. 1
- Served as White House press secretary under Trump from Jan. 2025 to Aug. 2026
- Known for her robust defense of Trump’s policies and creating a “new media” briefing room seat
- Leavitt is the youngest person ever to hold the position of White House press secretary
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 6 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leavitt's Start Date At Fox News | Broad Agreement | Starts Nov. 1 as contributor | |
| Leavitt's Role In Trump Administration | Broad Agreement | Served as White House press secretary from Jan. 2025 to Aug. 2026 | |
| Leavitt's Age When Appointed | Broad Agreement | Youngest person ever to hold the position of White House press secretary at 29 years old. |
Leavitt's Start Date At Fox News
Broad AgreementStarts Nov. 1 as contributor
Leavitt's Role In Trump Administration
Broad AgreementServed as White House press secretary from Jan. 2025 to Aug. 2026
Leavitt's Age When Appointed
Broad AgreementYoungest person ever to hold the position of White House press secretary at 29 years old.
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The announcement was made by FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott, who praised Leavitt's firsthand experience in the White House and on the presidential campaign trail. Scott expressed enthusiasm for Leavitt's ability to provide authentic and sharp insight across all Fox News platforms. Leavitt is known for her unwavering defense of Trump’s agenda during her tenure as press secretary.
In a statement, Leavitt expressed gratitude for the opportunity to join Fox News, highlighting her unique perspective gained from her experience in the White House and on the campaign trail. She emphasized that she will bring the same energy and candor that defined her tenure at the White House to Fox's millions of viewers.
Leavitt began her political career as a presidential writer and assistant press secretary during Trump’s first administration. Prior to becoming White House press secretary, she served as a spokesperson for MAGA Inc., worked on Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, and ran for Congress in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District in 2022.
Leavitt cited the birth of her second child as the reason for stepping down from her role as White House press secretary. She indicated that she wanted to spend more time with her family but would continue to support Trump’s agenda and his MAGA followers. Her departure was described by President Trump as a loss of one of his most trusted aides.
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