White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed she is pregnant with a baby girl, calling the announcement the “greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for” in a post that quickly drew national attention.
Leavitt, 28, said she and her husband, real estate developer Nick Riccio, 59, are expecting their second child in May 2026.
The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Niko, in July 2024.
The news was shared on Instagram, where Leavitt expressed gratitude for motherhood and said her heart was “overflowing with gratitude to God.”
She described becoming a mother as the closest thing to Heaven on Earth.
In her post, Leavitt also thanked President Donald Trump and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, saying they have created a “pro-family environment” inside the administration.
She concluded by writing that she is excited to become a “girl mom” and believes 2026 will be a great year.
The announcement comes as Leavitt remains one of the most visible figures in the Trump White House, serving as the administration’s primary spokesperson amid intense media scrutiny and nonstop political controversy.
It also arrives as the Daily Mail recently reported on behind-the-scenes discussions about potential successors for the press secretary role, fueling speculation about how long Leavitt may remain in the position as her family grows.
Leavitt’s personal life has often drawn public attention, particularly her marriage to Riccio, who is 31 years older than her.
She has previously acknowledged the age gap, describing their relationship as an “atypical love story.”
The two met during Leavitt’s unsuccessful congressional run in New Hampshire in 2022. In past interviews, she explained that they initially became friends before developing a romantic relationship.
Leavitt has spoken candidly about her early doubts regarding the age difference, but has consistently praised Riccio as her strongest supporter. She has described him as her best friend and the backbone of her family life.
She has also acknowledged the strain her role places on her marriage.
In a recent interview, Leavitt joked that she has developed something close to PTSD when trying to schedule date nights, saying international crises frequently force her to cancel plans at the last minute.
Leavitt previously revealed that multiple planned weekend getaways were canceled due to sudden foreign policy developments, highlighting the unpredictable demands of her job.
Other administration figures have echoed Leavitt’s comments about the White House culture.
Senior aides have publicly described the Trump administration as unusually accommodating to staff with young children, including allowing family members into the West Wing during workdays.
Supporters say Leavitt’s pregnancy announcement reinforces the administration’s emphasis on family values, a theme President Trump has repeatedly highlighted both on the campaign trail and in office.
As Leavitt prepares to welcome her second child, the announcement marks a personal milestone while underscoring her continued role at the center of a fast-moving and high-pressure political environment.
