Trump chooses Karoline Leavitt to serve as White House press secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Karoline Leavitt to serve as his press secretary for his incoming administration.

Leavitt has already served as Trump’s spokesman throughout his campaign.

“Karoline Leavitt did a phenomenal job as national press secretary on my historic campaign, and I am pleased to announce that she will serve as White House press secretary,” Trump said in a statement Friday night.

Karoline Leavitt is seen leaving Trump Tower in New York, New York on April 25. (Getty Images/MEGA/GC Images)

“Karoline is smart, tough and has proven to be a highly effective communicator. I have the utmost confidence that she will excel at the podium and help deliver our message to the American people as we make America Great Again.” “

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