Karoline Leavitt’s announcement that she is expecting her second child has set off intense public discussion. The White House press secretary revealed that she is due to welcome a baby girl in May 2026.
The news came just a day after Christmas, and it immediately led to speculation about whether she would step aside from her role during maternity leave. Questions spread quickly about who might replace her at the White House briefing podium.
That speculation did not last long.
Lara Trump Ends Replacement Talk of Karoline Leavitt
President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, addressed the issue directly during a television appearance. She made it clear that no one else would take over Leavitt’s position.
“Karoline Leavitt is a machine. She’s incredible. And she’s going nowhere. I have seen stories of people saying Who’s next in line. Nobody is next in line. It’s Karoline. She can do everything,” Lara Trump said.
Her remarks shut down growing rumours of a leadership change.
Karoline Leavitt’s Past Pregnancy and Quick Return to Work
Lara Trump also pointed to Leavitt’s past work record. She recalled that Leavitt remained active during her previous pregnancy.
“She did this, by the way, during the Trump campaign. She was pregnant and delivered her son Niko, and was back to work within a couple of days, on television fighting to ensure that President Trump got elected,” Lara said.
She added that the White House encourages family-friendly practices.
White House and Pro-Family Culture
Lara Trump said President Trump supports working parents. She also shared details about internal White House operations.
She said White House chief of staff Susie Wiles ensures meetings allow parents to drop their children off at school. According to Lara, this culture helps parents balance demanding jobs with family life.
Lara also joked about Leavitt’s future appearances.
“People can look forward to Karoline Leavitt schooling fake news media while she’s probably eight or nine months pregnant,” she said.
Karoline Leavitt Responds Publicly
Karoline Leavitt responded warmly to Lara Trump’s comments. She reacted to a clip of the interview with a brief message. “Thank you, Lara!” she wrote.
Leavitt had earlier shared her pregnancy news on Instagram. She posted a photo showing her baby bump in front of a Christmas tree.
“My husband and I are thrilled to grow our family and can’t wait to watch our son become a big brother,” she wrote.
She also shared a personal note about motherhood. “My heart is overflowing with gratitude to God for the blessing of motherhood, which I truly believe is the closest thing to Heaven on Earth.”
Age Gap in Marriage Back in Spotlight
Following the pregnancy announcement, attention returned to Leavitt’s marriage. She is 28 years old. Her husband, Nicholas Riccio, is 60. Their 32-year age gap again became a topic of online debate.
Supporters defended the couple’s private life, and critics questioned the relationship. The discussion quickly spread across social media platforms.
Cosmetic Filler Claims Stir Fresh Debate
Another controversy surfaced soon after. Some online users claimed Leavitt appeared to have cosmetic fillers during pregnancy. The claims were based on a recent magazine photograph.
No official response has addressed these claims. The discussion has remained speculative and online-driven.
Despite the noise, allies say Leavitt remains focused on her job. Lara Trump’s comments made it clear that the White House does not plan any change.
For now, Leavitt’s pregnancy has become a talking point. But her role as press secretary appears firmly intact.
