Pod Force One Trump's Media Enforcer! Karoline Leavitt on Tackling the Press, the Truth, and Speaking for Trump
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Nov 19, 2025 
Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House Press Secretary in history and former Trump campaign spokeswoman, dives into her experiences navigating the press and national security communications. She shares her reaction to the president's assassination attempt and how it changed him. Balancing motherhood with her duties in the West Wing, she discusses the challenges of juggling family life and a demanding career. Leavitt also emphasizes the importance of media preparation and restoring trust amidst a turbulent news landscape.
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Shutdown Framed As A Strategic Win
- The government shutdown ended after unified pressure from President Trump and Republicans to reopen without overnight healthcare deals.
- The administration framed reopening as a victory for stability and prompt staff return to work.
Push To End The Filibuster
- Remove the filibuster to enable the president's legislative priorities to pass more easily.
- Prioritize policies like election integrity and voter ID now that Senate obstacles can be eliminated.
Speaking Immediately After The Assassination Attempt
- Karoline watched live as the assassination attempt unfolded three days after her son was born and feared the president had died.
- She built a home TV studio and resumed media appearances between feeds to defend the campaign.