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The White House Press Secretary is entering 2026 with a growing family.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, aged 28, and her husband Nicholas Riccio, 60, joyfully announced that they are expecting a baby girl in the new year, with a due date in May 2026. The announcement was made publicly on Fox News, where Leavitt expressed profound excitement about expanding their family. She shared her heartfelt sentiment, stating, "My heart is overflowing with gratitude to God for the blessing of motherhood, which I truly believe is the closest thing to Heaven on Earth." This upcoming arrival will make their son, Niko, a big brother.
Their first child, Niko, was born in July 2024, just six months before Leavitt and Riccio’s marriage, which occurred prior to President Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Karoline Leavitt expressed deep appreciation for the unwavering support she has received from both President Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. She specifically highlighted their efforts in fostering "a pro-family environment in the White House," noting that "Nearly all of my West Wing colleagues have babies and young children, so we all really support one another as we tackle raising our families while working for the greatest president ever." The impending arrival of their daughter was also celebrated on Instagram, where Leavitt shared touching images including her baby bump, an ultrasound picture alongside a "Baby Sis" onesie, and her son Niko holding a teddy bear proclaiming "I’m the big brother," underscoring her excitement to embrace being a "girl mom."
Leavitt and Riccio's relationship began in 2022 when Leavitt was 25 and campaigning for a congressional seat in New Hampshire's first district, a race she ultimately lost. A notable aspect of their relationship is the 32-year age difference, which Leavitt openly acknowledged as a challenging topic to discuss with her parents initially. During an interview on Miranda Devine’s Pod Force One podcast, she explained that her parents' acceptance grew significantly "Once they got to know him and saw who he is as a man and his character and how much he adores me, I think it became quite easy for them, and now we’re all friends.” Nicholas Riccio, also from New Hampshire, built a successful real estate career in Hampton Beach despite facing early financial struggles. Leavitt reiterated on The Megyn Kelly Show that while their love story might be considered "atypical," her husband remains her most steadfast supporter, closest friend, and foundational "rock."
As the youngest White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt is constantly in the public eye and frequently subjected to intense criticism as the spokesperson for President Trump. A recent instance of public attention involved Vanity Fair publishing photographs that visibly showed what appeared to be dermal filler injection sites on her upper lip. This particular detail raised concerns, as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has explicitly issued cautions regarding the safety of dermal fillers, stating that their effects are "unknown when used during pregnancy." This information adds a layer of public health consideration to her personal life given her announced pregnancy.