Karoline Leavitt Joins Fox News Media as Paid Contributor
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Updated Oct 10
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What happened
Karoline Leavitt stepped down as White House press secretary in August 2026. She will join Fox News Media as an on-air contributor beginning November 1, 2026. In the interim, Donald Trump appointed Katie Zacharia as the new White House press secretary.
Why it matters
Leavitt previously served as the U.S. president’s mouthpiece. Her move to Fox News Media strengthens the media team associated with Donald Trump.
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Who's involved
- Karoline LeavittFormer White House press secretary who is joining Fox News Media as a paid contributor.
- Fox News MediaThe media organization hiring Karoline Leavitt as a paid contributor.
- White HouseThe administration that Karoline Leavitt formally represented as a press secretary.
- Donald TrumpThe President who appointed the successor to Karoline Leavitt.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Leavitt transitions from White House to media, appearing on Newsmax and joining Fox News.1 source
Leavitt shifts from White House to MAGA Inc. and takes a role at Fox News.1 source
Leavitt completes law degree and plans to contribute to Fox News.1 source
Karoline Leavitt joins Fox News as a paid contributor starting November 1st.1 source
Historical summary of Karoline Leavitt's career moves between political administrations and media outlets.1 source
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The entities involved
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Karoline Leavitt
American writer and political aide (born 1997)
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MS NOW
American television news channel
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Fox News Media
business division of Fox Corporation
Related events
- Karoline Leavitt transitioned from administration to Fox News, while Trump's parties featured political cronies and Miller hosted cabinet events.
- Karoline Leavitt previously worked for Trump Media.
- A collection of political updates from September 21, 2026, involving Karoline Leavitt, Sean Hannity, Jen Psaki, Dana Perino, Joe Biden, and George W. Bush.
- Political pressure led to media bans involving Karoline Leavitt and the House.
- Contenders for the Press Secretary role, including Anna Kelly, are mentioned in connection with Donald Trump's orbit.