Bulwark Takes Karoline Leavitt Is Getting Out. George Conway Thinks He Knows Why
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Aug 29, 2026 
George Conway, attorney and conservative commentator known for his sharp legal critiques, breaks down Karoline Leavitt’s tenure as Trump’s press spokesperson. He and Andrew Egger dissect her tactics: flat lies, deflection, insults, and unflappable composure. They debate whether briefings have any real purpose and who might step into that role next.
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Leavitt's Core Qualification Was Lying
- Karoline Leavitt is described as a highly accomplished liar who repeats falsehoods without blinking.
- George Conway says that remorseless willingness to lie is a prerequisite to be Donald Trump's spokesperson.
The Four Techniques That Sustained Her Briefings
- Leavitt used four consistent techniques: flat lies, changing the subject, insulting reporters, and deflection.
- Conway breaks down clips showing her lie about South Africa, attack reporters, and pivot on economics questions.
She Helped Build Trump's Private Reality
- Leavitt didn't just lie for audience appeal; she helped sustain Trump's delusional alternative reality.
- Conway argues her role was to reinforce fantasies like military victories and renamed landmarks that Trump believes.
