Former press secretary Karoline Leavitt lands her next gig: Fox News contributor, tell me about this news today

Former White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has officially joined Fox News as an on-air contributor.

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FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott announced the hiring, praising Leavitt’s firsthand experience in the White House and on the presidential campaign trail as bringing distinct insight into current political developments. Leavitt is slated to begin her contributor role on November 1, offering political analysis across Fox News platforms.

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Leavitt stepped down from her White House post at the end of August, having served as press secretary since Donald Trump took office for his second term. At 27 years old when appointed, she was the youngest person in U.S. history to serve as White House press secretary. She departed the administration following the birth of her second child to spend more time with her young family, while remaining a close ally and outside adviser to Trump.

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The transition to television commentary follows a well-established precedent for former White House press secretaries at Fox News, including Dana Perino and Kayleigh McEnany.

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