Katie Zacharia Takes White House Briefing Role Ahead of Midterms

Katie Zacharia began her first White House press briefing in Washington Tuesday as the new press secretary, outlining her role in communicating President Donald Trump's agenda while the administration prepares for next month's midterm elections. Zacharia said her focus would be expanding the president's message and noted that Trump plans additional rallies in Georgia, Kentucky and Florida, according to the White House briefing. She said she intends to continue using the briefing room's expanded format introduced by former press secretary Karoline Leavitt, including the additional media position created during Leavitt's tenure.

"I get to do what I was doing on the outside already, which was hoping to amplify, multiply and expand upon President Trump’s incredible agenda for the American people," said Katie Zacharia, White House Press Secretary.

Zacharia previously worked as a communications adviser to Trump Media & Technology Group, which operates Truth Social, before President Trump selected her to replace Leavitt. "new media seat" described the briefing room addition maintained by Zacharia, White House Press Secretary.

She also discussed a request for Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign and described Guilfoyle's role within the administration. "a wonderful asset to the team." described Kimberly Guilfoyle, according to Katie Zacharia, White House Press Secretary.

Trump announced Zacharia's appointment on Truth Social and called her a "loyal and brilliant supporter" who has the respect of the media, the American people and his administration. "loyal and brilliant supporter" described Katie Zacharia, according to President Donald Trump. Zacharia addressed questions about her personal transition to Washington, saying her husband and four children would move with her while she continues the new role.

"distinguished privilege." described the appointment, according to Katie Zacharia, White House Press Secretary.

After the announcement, Zacharia posted about her appointment and discussed serving in the administration during what she called a significant period for the country. "Serving President Trump and the American people at this critical 250-year mark is the honor of a lifetime," wrote Katie Zacharia. She also said Trump's leadership had a positive meaning for the country in her first post after the appointment.

"a blessing to this country." wrote Katie Zacharia.

Zacharia's first briefing came as the White House prepares for continued media engagement under her leadership and as Republicans approach the November midterm elections.