President Donald Trump has named conservative commentator Katie Zacharia as the next White House press secretary. The announcement was made in a social media post by Trump, who said she has an unblemished record of support and is confident she will deliver strong results.
Zacharia, who previously served as a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, will be the president’s sixth chief spokesperson across both administrations. The role has been vacant since Karoline Leavitt left in late August. The James S. Brady Press Briefing Room last hosted a briefing on September 3.
In a post on X, Zacharia said the role is an 'honor of a lifetime' and that she looks forward to working with the White House press corps to communicate the administration’s achievements. She said the work ahead is to continue delivering strong results for the country and to communicate the major wins the administration is making every day.
Trump said Zacharia assisted in key swing states during the campaign, where the team won 7 out of 7. He described her as a 'devoted fan and member of MAGA' and praised her loyalty and support from the beginning.
Zacharia will begin duties immediately. The White House has not yet released a schedule for her first briefing.
Former White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has reportedly taken a job with Fox News.
The appointment follows a period of transition in the White House communications office. The White House has not held a press briefing since September 3.
This selection reflects Trump’s continued reliance on allies from his campaign and media networks. It signals a focus on consistent messaging through trusted voices.
What Comes Next
Zacharia will begin duties immediately. The White House has not yet released a formal schedule for her first briefing. The role will be central to the administration’s public communication strategy moving forward.
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