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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Celebrates Unique Marriage Journey

10/14/2025

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Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, 28, described her "atypical" marriage to Nicholas Riccio, 60, as a strong bond under public scrutiny.
Leavitt said Riccio is her greatest supporter and fully on board with her career.
The couple met at a New Hampshire restaurant event, became engaged in December 2023, welcomed their son Nico in July 2024, and married in January 2025 as Leavitt joined the Trump administration.

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Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, 28, described her "atypical" marriage to Nicholas Riccio, 60, as a strong bond under public scrutiny.
Leavitt said Riccio is her greatest supporter and fully on board with her career.
The couple met at a New Hampshire restaurant event, became engaged in December 2023, welcomed their son Nico in July 2024, and married in January 2025 as Leavitt joined the Trump administration.