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First Pregnant White House Spokesperson Gives Birth, Goes on Leave

5/8/2026

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Karoline Leavitt became the first White House spokesperson to be pregnant while serving.
Karoline Leavitt gave birth to daughter Viviana in Washington, D.C., and began maternity leave.
Karoline Leavitt stepped away on April 27 as her family awaited the baby.
Karoline Leavitt thanked President Donald Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for a pro-family environment.
Deputy press secretary Anna Kelly will assume some of Karoline Leavitt’s duties during her leave.

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Karoline Leavitt became the first White House spokesperson to be pregnant while serving.
Karoline Leavitt gave birth to daughter Viviana in Washington, D.C., and began maternity leave.
Karoline Leavitt stepped away on April 27 as her family awaited the baby.
Karoline Leavitt thanked President Donald Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for a pro-family environment.
Deputy press secretary Anna Kelly will assume some of Karoline Leavitt’s duties during her leave.