Katie Zacharia could replace Karoline Leavitt as Trump’s White House spokesperson

If appointed, Katie Zacharia would replace Karoline Leavitt, who left the Trump administration in late August

By Bisma Saleem

Published October 10, 2026

If appointed, Katie Zacharia would replace Karoline Leavitt, who left the Trump administration in late August

The White House has offered Katie Zacharia, a lawyer and conservative political commentator, the position of press secretary in US President Donald Trump’s administration.

A White House official confirmed the offer to CNBC on Friday, speaking anonymously because the appointment has not yet been formally announced.

It remains unclear whether Zacharia has accepted the position. If appointed, she would replace Karoline Leavitt, who left the Trump administration in late August.

Zacharia currently works as a senior communications adviser for Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social.

According to her LinkedIn profile, she joined Trump Media in June, and also serves as general counsel for Fix California, a conservative political organisation founded by Richard Grenell, a longtime Trump ally.

Grenell previously served as Trump’s special presidential envoy for special missions and led the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

The White House press secretary is responsible for communicating the administration’s policies, answering questions from journalists and conducting regular media briefings.

Bisma Saleem is a Senior Sub Editor and Canada correspondent, specialising in sports coverage across the NFL, NBA, and major events like the Super Bowl. With over 8 years of experience, she combines sharp editorial skills with on-ground insight, delivering dynamic reporting alongside exclusive Canada-based stories that bring a distinct international perspective to her coverage.

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