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Karoline Leavitt Appointed Youngest White House Spokesperson

Donald Trump has appointed 27-year-old Karoline Leavitt as the new White House spokesperson, making her one of the youngest to hold the position. Leavitt previously served as the national press secretary for Trump's campaign and worked in the White House press office during his first term. Her experience also includes being the communications director for Republican Representative Elise Stefanik and a spokesperson for MAGA Inc., a political action committee supporting Trump. In 2022, Leavitt ran for Congress in New Hampshire and won the Republican primary at age 25, although she lost the general election to Democratic Representative Chris Pappas. Known for her outspoken nature, Leavitt has been a vocal supporter of Trump's claims regarding the 2020 election results. Joining her in the communications team is Steven Cheung, appointed as the Director of Communications. Cheung, a veteran of Trump's first term, brings a combative style to the role, having been a key figure in the 2016 campaign. Additionally, Trump has announced Doug Burgum, the Governor of North Dakota, as the new Interior Secretary and head of the National Energy Council, where he will oversee national parks and advocate for increased oil extraction. Leavitt's appointment reflects Trump's strategy to bring fresh, yet familiar, faces into his administration as he prepares for a potential return to the White House. Her role will involve engaging with media as the face of the administration, a task that comes with the pressure of maintaining effective communication channels amidst a media landscape often criticized by Trump.