President Donald Trump has appointed Katie Zacharia, a senior communications advisor for Trump Media, as the new White House press secretary. Known for her work with Truth Social and conservative activism, Zacharia will assume her duties immediately, succeeding Karoline Leavitt. This move signals a continued focus on direct communication channels favored by the President and brings a prominent conservative voice to the forefront of the administration.
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President Donald Trump has officially named Katie Zacharia, a former senior communications advisor for Trump Media & Technology Group, as the next White House press secretary. The announcement, made by the President on Truth Social, heralds a new era for White House communications as Zacharia is set to begin her term on Columbus Day, with an introductory news conference slated for Tuesday.
Katie Zacharia attends the Nashville premiere of 'David' at AMC DINE-IN Thoroughbred 20 on December 14, 2025 in Franklin, Tennessee.
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Described by the President as someone who has been with him "in spirit, from the very beginning," Zacharia brings a robust conservative media background to her new role. Her experience includes serving since June as a senior communications advisor for Trump Media, the parent company of Truth Social, the President's preferred social media platform. This direct connection to the President's media empire underscores a strategic alignment in his administration's communication efforts.
Zacharia, a self-proclaimed "hardline Trump supporter," also holds the position of general counsel at Fix California, a conservative activist group founded by former Trump administration official Richard Grenell. Her resume further includes a two-month stint earlier this year as a spokeswoman for the Department of Homeland Security, as detailed on her LinkedIn profile. Furthermore, her IMDb page highlights numerous appearances on Fox News political talk shows and other conservative outlets, cementing her public profile as a prominent commentator.
Her appointment follows the departure of Karoline Leavitt, who left the administration in late August for maternity leave and is reportedly set to join Fox News as an on-air contributor. President Trump expressed confidence in Zacharia, stating she "will do a fantastic job!" as she steps into one of the most visible and scrutinized roles in the White House.
