White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to resign end August to focus on family

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says she will leave her post at the end of August to spend more time with her two young children. The 28‑year‑old made the announcement in a Wednesday social media post, describing the decision as bittersweet after returning to the briefing room following the birth of her second child. She said the relentless demands of the role made it impossible to be the mother her children deserve while fulfilling the job’s constant time and energy requirements.

President Donald Trump has not yet named a successor, though he praised Leavitt on his own platform, saying she will remain a top outside advisor and influential Republican voice as the party prepares for the midterm elections.

For Nigerian readers, the story highlights a global conversation about work‑life balance in high‑pressure public offices. It raises questions about whether similar pressures affect Nigerian officials and what support systems could help them serve effectively without sacrificing family life.

What policies or cultural shifts would you like to see in Nigerian public institutions to allow leaders to meet both professional and family responsibilities?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/13/why-im-quitting-as-white-house-press-secretary-karoline-leavitt/