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Trump says new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia should 'reconsider' job

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President Trump has criticized new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia, telling her to "reconsider" her job following a shaky first press briefing and legal scrutiny. This is breaking news.

Key points

  • President Trump has criticized Katie Zacharia, telling her to "reconsider" her job.: President Trump has criticized Katie Zacharia, telling her to "reconsider" her job.
  • Zacharia faced criticism for leading a shaky first press briefing.: Zacharia faced criticism for leading a shaky first press briefing.
  • Zacharia has also faced scrutiny regarding her legal background.: Zacharia has also faced scrutiny regarding her legal background.

White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia speaks during a news briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House on October 13, 2026 in Washington, DC.

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President Donald Trump on Friday opened the door for new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia to step down just days after getting the job.

Trump said he had just told Zacharia, "If I were you, I'd reconsider."

Zacharia has faced criticism since Monday when she led a shaky first press briefing. She also has faced scrutiny about her legal background.

The White House did not immediately respond to CNBC's request for comment on Trump's remarks.

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Original source: www.cnbc.com

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