White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced that she is expecting her second child, making history as the first person to hold the role while pregnant.
The 28-year-old shared the news via social media, revealing that she and her husband, real estate developer Nicholas Riccio, are expecting a baby girl in May 2026. The announcement comes just days before the New Year and has drawn warm reactions across political and media circles.
Leavitt and her husband welcomed their first child, a son named Niko, in July 2024. Now, the couple is preparing to expand their family once again, with Leavitt expressing excitement about watching her son step into the role of a big brother.
Speaking about the milestone, Leavitt reflected on motherhood and what the moment means to her personally and spiritually.
“My husband and I are thrilled to grow our family and can’t wait to watch our son become a big brother. My heart is overflowing with gratitude to God for the blessing of motherhood, which I truly believe is the closest thing to Heaven on Earth,” she said.
Despite the demands of her role, Leavitt has made it clear that she intends to continue carrying out her responsibilities as White House Press Secretary throughout her pregnancy. Her decision marks a significant moment in US political history, highlighting evolving norms around leadership, motherhood, and public service.
Leavitt’s pregnancy also places her in the spotlight as the first press secretary to serve while expecting, a development seen by many as a powerful symbol of representation for working mothers in high-profile government positions.
She and her 60-year-old husband, Nicholas Riccio, say they are grateful for the journey ahead as they prepare to welcome their baby girl next year.
