Who could replace Katie Zacharia as White House press secretary?
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Summary
Katie Zacharia left her job as White House press secretary just five days after starting under President Donald Trump. Several people inside and outside the White House are being considered to replace her, including current staff and close allies.Key Facts
- Katie Zacharia was the White House press secretary for only five days before leaving her role.
- Karoline Leavitt, the previous press secretary, resigned earlier to focus on her family.
- Stephen Cheung is the White House communications director and a possible candidate for press secretary.
- Anna Kelly, the deputy press secretary and former Trump campaign spokesperson, is also considered for the position.
- Katie Miller, who was Vice President Mike Pence’s press secretary and hosts a conservative podcast, is a contender.
- Taylor Budowich, a former deputy chief of staff, worked in the Trump administration but recently moved to the private sector.
- Scott Jennings, a conservative commentator and CNN contributor, was once considered but passed over for Zacharia’s job.
- Alina Habba, President Trump’s former personal lawyer, was a rumored candidate but said she is not pursuing the position.
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