Trump’s new press secretary Katie Zacharia ousted after just five days
Reports of her departure on October 16 followed a brief first week in the White House and public questions about her legal background.
Katie Zacharia is leaving her job as White House press secretary after five days, AP reported Friday, citing a person familiar with the personnel decision. The person described her as transitioning out of the role.
TheWrap also reported her dismissal. Earlier Friday, President Donald Trump told reporters he had encouraged her to reconsider staying in the job, pointing to the scrutiny she was facing.
Zacharia’s first White House briefing took place on October 13. The official recording remains available on the White House website. TheWrap reported that the appearance lasted around 14 minutes and included questions from three outlets.
TheWrap reported that Zacharia acknowledged failing California’s bar exam while defending her credentials for international work.
This is a summary of the linked reporting, not independent confirmation by Mavion News. It does not establish an official reason for the personnel decision or identify a successor.
Sources
- AP: Zacharia is leaving the role
- TheWrap: departure and background
- White House: October 13 briefing recording
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