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Although she did not win the seat, the campaign further raised her profile within Republican politics. Leavitt subsequently became a spokesperson for MAGA Inc., a political organization supporting Trump. She then joined Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign.

Her campaign role put her at the center of Trump’s effort to return to the White House. Leavitt became a frequent public defender of Trump and his political agenda. After Trump returned to office, Leavitt received the biggest role of her career. She was selected to serve as White House press secretary in Trump’s second administration.