Karoline Leavitt Shares Honest Thoughts on Trump and Raising Two Young Children

Clear Facts

• Karoline Leavitt, 29, served as White House press secretary from January 2025 until August 2026.
• Leavitt described President Donald Trump as “the best boss” and “kind and uplifting” in an Instagram Q&A.
• She announced she will join Fox News as a contributor on November 1st after leaving the White House to spend more time with her two children.

Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared candid reflections about her time working for President Donald Trump and her decision to step away from the demanding role to focus on motherhood. The 29-year-old spoke directly to her Instagram followers during a Q&A session while traveling Wednesday.

Leavitt addressed questions about Trump’s character and leadership style. She made clear that the public rarely sees the side of him she experienced firsthand.

“Yes! He’s the best boss,” she said.

“People don’t see this side of him because the media doesn’t show it but he has been nothing but kind and uplifting to me, even since departing,” she continued. “He’s also hilarious. Love him!”

Leavitt explained that her schedule as press secretary required over 60 hours per week in the office, constant travel, and 24/7 availability. She chose to leave that position to be home with her children every day while making select television appearances.

“As Press Sec, I was working in the office 60+ hours a week, traveling the world, and always on call 24/7,” she said. “Now, I am home with my kids every day and doing some TV hits. These things are not the same, ma’am.”

Leavitt confirmed her new role at Fox News beginning next month. She will provide commentary across the network’s programming.

“I will be officially joining Fox News as a TV Contributor on November 1st, so I will continue making appearances on various shows!” she wrote.

When asked for career advice, Leavitt encouraged young people to gain hands-on experience early rather than relying solely on classroom learning. She stressed the value of internships and saying yes to every opportunity.

“My advice to people who want to get into politics or comms is to get real world experience when you’re in college,” she said. “You’ll be taught a lot of things in the classroom, but work experience is where you’re really going to learn the game.”

Leavitt, who made history as the youngest person to serve as White House press secretary, acknowledged that free time is rare as the mother of two young children. She expressed contentment with this season of life.

“I don’t have free time. As a mom of two littles, I’m lucky if I can take a shower in peace. But it’s the season of life I’m in and I wouldn’t have it any other way!!!!”

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