Karoline Leavitt, the youngest person to ever serve as White House Press Secretary, has been invited to appear as a guest on the popular daytime talk show The View. This invitation comes after Leavitt announced her decision to step down from her role to spend more time with her family and take on a new position within Trump’s super PAC, MAGA, Inc.
Leavitt’s invitation to The View, confirmed by PEOPLE, follows the conclusion of her nearly 20-month tenure in which she served during the second term of the Trump presidency, beginning in January 2025. Although CNN initially reported on the invitation, it has been clarified that she will be appearing as a guest rather than taking on any hosting duties.
The news of Leavitt’s appearance on The View arises at a time when the programme’s parent company, The Walt Disney Company, is embroiled in debates with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This follows the FCC’s review of station licenses and their recent proposal to classify “bona fide” news programmes, which would exempt them from certain equal time rules, sparking discussions about the categorisation of shows like The View.
As the show gears up for its 30th season on September 8, all six co-hosts from the previous season—including Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, and Ana Navarro—are expected to return. Amid these preparations, ABC has argued that The View has legitimately held the status of a “bona fide” news programme since 2002. In a recent legal move, the network filed a lawsuit against the FCC, claiming violations of First Amendment rights, after the agency’s chairman indicated that the FCC had yet to decide on renewing the licenses for the network’s programmes.
Leavitt’s journey to The View comes on the heels of her official resignation announcement from the White House, made by President Trump. In this transition, Leavitt will be prioritising her family life, particularly her two young children: a two-year-old son named Niko and a 17-week-old daughter named Viviana. She indicated that the decision to step down followed a period of maternity leave, where she realised she could no longer dedicate the necessary attention to her press secretary role.
Reflecting on her experience, Leavitt described her time with the Trump administration as “the adventure of a lifetime” during an interview with NewsNation’s Morning in America. However, she acknowledged the difficulty of her decision to resign, stating it was among the hardest choices she had to make. “I’ve served the president the best I can,” she noted, adding that the position demands full-time commitment, which she could no longer provide with her family responsibilities.
On her last day in office, Leavitt confirmed that the search for her successor is actively ongoing. She mentioned that there is a list of potential candidates to take over the crucial communications role. Among those speculated to be in contention are notable figures such as CNN commentator Scott Jennings, White House principal deputy press secretary Anna Kelly, and conservative podcaster Katie Miller, among others.
Reflecting on high-profile transitions at the White House, Leavitt’s move to The View could provide insight into her perspectives on policy and governance, serving as a bridge between her past role and her future within the political landscape. As discussions continue regarding the classification of news programmes, Leavitt’s upcoming appearance will likely draw considerable interest amidst ongoing debates about media and democracy in the United States.
As the upcoming episode of The View approaches, audiences will be keen to see how Leavitt’s fresh perspective will complement the co-hosts’ discourse while tackling current issues. With her unique background and experiences, Leavitt’s participation promises to add an intriguing dimension to the already dynamic political conversations featured on the show.