White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced she is expecting her second child, sharing the joyful news in a festive social media post just before the holidays.
A Festive Family Announcement
On Friday, Karoline Leavitt took to Instagram to reveal her pregnancy. The post featured a photo of her touching her baby bump in front of a decorated Christmas tree. She announced the baby, a girl, is due in May 2026, calling the news "the greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for."
Leavitt, 28, expressed her and her husband Nicholas Riccio's excitement about expanding their family. The couple already has a one-year-old son named Niko. "My husband and I are thrilled to grow our family and can’t wait to watch our son become a big brother," she wrote. In her caption, she also shared a heartfelt reflection, stating, "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."
Crediting a Supportive Work Environment
In her announcement, Leavitt made a point of thanking her employers for their support. She expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles "for their support, and for fostering a pro-family environment in the White House." She added, "2026 is going to be a great year and I am so excited to be a girl mom."
Leavitt, who holds the distinction of being the youngest White House press secretary in history, often blends her demanding role with motherhood. She regularly brings her young son to work with her in Washington, D.C., and shares glimpses of their office life on social media. In a follow-up interview with Fox News Digital about her pregnancy, she elaborated on this balance. "Nearly all of my West Wing colleagues have babies and young children," Leavitt said, "so we all really support one another as we tackle raising our families while working for the greatest president ever."
Public Praise from the President
The relationship between the president and his top spokesperson has been noted publicly. Donald Trump has frequently praised Leavitt, often commenting on her performance and appearance. At a rally in Pennsylvania earlier this month, Trump fawned over Leavitt, remarking on her "beautiful face" and "those lips that don’t stop." This personal endorsement highlights her prominent role within his administration's communication team as she prepares for this new chapter in her personal life.
