Statements · 10/14/2026
Trump Personally Preps New Press Secretary for First Briefing
Trump took a hands-on role, personally preparing Katie Zacharia for her first White House press briefing Tuesday.
Why it matters
His direct involvement shows a hands-on approach to getting his new press secretary ready to face journalists.
- ★Katie Zacharia is Trump's new White House press secretary.
- ★Trump personally prepared her for her first press briefing Tuesday.
- ★Following a rapid hiring process, Trump urged her to appear before journalists immediately.