Karoline Leavitt Reflects on Balancing Historic White House Role and Family Life

At 27, Leavitt is the youngest White House press secretary, navigating public attention on her career, marriage, and motherhood.

Karoline Leavitt, 27, is the youngest press secretary in U.S. history, serving in Donald Trump's administration.
Leavitt married Nicholas Riccio, 59, in a private ceremony in January 2025, days before Trump’s second inauguration.
The couple welcomed their son, Nicholas Robert Riccio, in July 2024, shortly before Leavitt returned to work after an assassination attempt on Trump.
Leavitt has addressed public scrutiny of her 32-year age gap with Riccio, calling him her greatest supporter and a dedicated father.
She credits a strong support system, including her husband and family, for helping her manage the demands of her career and motherhood.