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Story summary
- Karoline Leavitt gave her final press gaggle on April 24, 2026 before beginning maternity leave.
- She announced she and husband Nicholas Riccio expect a baby girl due in early May.
- The administration said no permanent substitute will be named.
- Cabinet members, Vice President JD Vance, or President Donald Trump may brief the press while Leavitt is on leave.
- Officials have not disclosed how long Leavitt will be on maternity leave.
