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What does a White House press secretary do?

Oct 19, 2026 · Chandelis Duster

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What does a White House press secretary do?
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia speaks with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, in Washington.
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia speaks with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, in Washington.

Katie Zacharia's short time as White House press secretary has brought renewed attention to the high-profile role.

(Image credit: Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

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