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Karoline Leavitt says she’ll miss the press on her last day at White House

Washington Post Politics Thursday 27 August 2026, 16:50 UTC By Natalie Allison 1 min read
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt held what was expected to be her final gaggle outside the West Wing on Thursday, her last day on the job before departing the role. Democracy Dies in Darkness The 7 logo The 7 LIVEKaroline Leavitt says she’ll miss the press on her last day at White House A replacement press secretary may not be named for a while, advisers suggest.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt held what was expected to be her final gaggle outside the West Wing on Thursday, her last day on the job before departing the role. Democracy Dies in Darkness The 7 logo The 7 LIVEKaroline Leavitt says she’ll miss the press on her last day at White House A replacement press secretary may not be named for a while, advisers suggest.
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