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Archived story · published October 12, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · October 12, 2026

New White House press secretary faces questions about credentials after first briefing

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Katie Zacharia has assumed the role of White House press secretary, succeeding Karoline Leavitt. Following her first official briefing, which occurred shortly after her appointment, questions have emerged regarding her professional legal background. While some coverage focuses on her transition and immediate travel with the President, other reports highlight specific scrutiny surrounding her bar exam and legal credentials.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Katie Zacharia is the new White House press secretary.
  • She replaced Karoline Leavitt.
  • Zacharia's first briefing took place on a Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. ET.
  • She was previously a communications advisor for Trump Media and Technology Group and a spokeswoman for the Department of Homeland Security.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Zacharia is 41 years old.
  • Questions have been raised specifically about where Zacharia took her bar exam.
  • Zacharia was scheduled to fly to Alaska for a campaign rally immediately following her first briefing.
  • Her appointment was announced four days prior to her first briefing.

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