The revolving door keeps spinning
It’s giving classic media pipeline. Karoline Leavitt, who previously served as a Trump administration press secretary, is officially pivoting to a new gig at Fox News Channel. The network confirmed on Monday that she is joining their ranks as a contributor.
Leavitt’s tenure in the administration was lowkey defined by her fiery back-and-forths with the press corps—often going viral for the way she handled tough questions. Now, she’s trading that podium for the Fox studio, marking a move that has become a bit of a standard blueprint for those exiting the administration.
Walking a well-trod path
If this feels like deja vu, that’s because the transition from government official to Fox personality is a major vibe in the current media landscape. She’s following in the footsteps of Kayleigh McEnany, who also made the jump to the Fox Corp.-backed network, and Larry Kudrow, who serves as a host over at Fox Business Network. It’s definitely a W for the network’s strategy of bringing in familiar faces from the Trump era.
Why it matters
This move reinforces the tight-knit feedback loop between high-profile political figures and cable news. By hiring another former administration official, Fox is doubling down on voices that align with their core audience, ensuring these narratives stay rent-free in the national conversation.
