Katie Zacharia Appointed as White House Press Secretary

Katie Zacharia, a former spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, has been appointed as the new White House press secretary, as announced by President Trump. Zacharia is noted for her long-standing support of Trump and her presence in conservative media, particularly on Fox News. In his announcement, Trump described her as a "loyal and brilliant supporter" and mentioned her previous involvement in key swing states during his campaigns, where they achieved a 7 out of 7 win record. Zacharia expressed her gratitude for the appointment, calling it "the honor of a lifetime" and emphasized her commitment to working with the press to communicate the administration's achievements. She currently works with Fix California, an organization focused on advancing conservative policies in California, and advises the Trump Media & Technology Group. Zacharia replaces Karoline Leavitt, who left the position in August to spend more time with her family. Zacharia has a background in Republican politics, having interned for the Republican National Committee and worked in the White House Office of Political Affairs during George W. Bush's administration.