The very catty battle to replace Karoline Leavitt as next press secretary: Why Trump allies have turned on CNN star frontrunner… Disney actress ‘auditioning’ against MAGA mouthpieces… and ‘flamed out’ loyalist who has ZERO chance
The White House has not rushed to appoint a successor to Karoline Leavitt, who left her press secretary role to spend more time with her young children. Several Trump allies are competing for the position, while Leavitt remains involved in advising President Trump through his political operation.
Potential candidates include CNN commentator Scott Jennings, Alina Habba, Maria Bartiromo, Anna Kelly, Danielle Alvarez, Roma Daravi and Caroline Sunshine. Jennings was initially viewed as the frontrunner, but past criticism of Trump’s role in the 6 January Capitol riot, his links to Mitch McConnell and his defence of the senator have reportedly weakened his prospects; Habba is also said to be actively seeking the job.
- Trump has yet to choose Leavitt’s replacement.
- Several MAGA-aligned figures are competing for the role.
- Scott Jennings’ past Trump criticism has damaged his chances.