Tag: Karoline Leavitt

Trump Reaffirms Belief That Canada Would Benefit as 51st U.S. State, Says White House

Trump has previously made headlines for mocking former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the “Governor of Canada” and for his recurring remarks suggesting Canada's annexation.

April 16, 2025

White House Signals Hope for Ceasefire, Says Russia Has Incentive to End War

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, during a briefing, revealed that a “productive conversation” had taken place between the two nations, led by U.S. Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff.

April 16, 2025

US Envoy Engages in Ceasefire Talks with Putin in Russia, Confirms White House

“The President has been quite clear that he has been continually frustrated with both sides of this conflict,” she said during a press briefing.

April 12, 2025

“Deport Yourself or Be Jailed”: White House Issues Tough Warning to Foreign Gang Members After Supreme Court Ruling

The decision effectively clears the path for the administration to resume deportations under this wartime-era law.

April 9, 2025

White House Slaps 104% Tariff on China, Warns Retaliation Is a “Mistake”

“President Trump has a spine of steel. He will not break — and America will not break under his leadership,” Karoline Leavitt asserted.

April 9, 2025

US, Russia Agree on Need to End Ukraine Conflict, Says White House

"President Trump also spoke with President Zelenskyy this morning to align both Russia and Ukraine in terms of their needs and requests," she added.

March 20, 2025

US Criticizes India’s High Tariffs on American Alcohol and Agriculture Products

Leavitt also accused Canada of imposing “egregious” tariffs on American goods, claiming the US had been “ripped off” for decades.

March 12, 2025

US President Trump Stands Firm on China Tariffs, White House Says

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt made these remarks after Trump announced his decision to double tariffs on all Chinese imports, raising them from 10 percent to 20 percent.

March 6, 2025

Trump Signs Proclamations to Reinstate 25% Tariff on Steel and Aluminum, Close Loopholes

"President Trump is taking bold steps to safeguard America’s vital steel and aluminum sectors, just as he did during his first term," Leavitt said.

February 13, 2025

US Tariffs on China “Retaliatory” for Fentanyl Distribution, Says Press Secretary

Regarding the tariffs on China, Leavitt explained that President Trump’s decision to impose a 10% tariff was a direct response to China’s role in the distribution of fentanyl into the United States.

February 5, 2025