Politics · October 9, 2026
Katie Zacharia Picked as the New White House Press Secretary
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Katie Zacharia, a former spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, has reportedly been offered the role of White House press secretary to succeed Karoline Leavitt. Zacharia has a career rooted in Republican politics, including roles in the George W. Bush administration and current involvement with the organization Fix California. Her potential appointment follows the departure of Leavitt, who announced she would leave the post by August 2026.
Katie Zacharia, a former spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, has reportedly been offered the role of White House press secretary to succeed Karoline Leavitt. Zacharia has a career rooted in Republican politics, including roles in the George W. Bush administration and current involvement with the organization Fix California. Her potential appointment follows the departure of Leavitt, who announced she would leave the post by August 2026.