Why did White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt pray before the briefing: “Lord Jesus…”?
Karoline Leavitt’s prophetic prayer at the White House was all the rage, reflecting how her Christian faith allowed her to play a high-pressure role.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s prophecy prayer craziness
The short and heartfelt moment behind the White House has attracted the attention of people across the country. Before standing up to face the reporter, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was seen doing something very personal and praying with her team.
The 27-year-old, who recently became the youngest White House press secretary in U.S. history, was captured in a 16-second video that has spread online. In the video, Levitt looked up and prayed loudly, saying, “Lord Jesus, give us strength, knowledge, the ability to express our words and have fun and confidence. In the name of Jesus. Amen.”
The video was posted by White House communications adviser Margo Martin, who is “This is your @presssec, USA” as well as praying two-hand emojis and American flag.
Leavitt then explained the meaning behind her ceremony in an interview with CBN News. She shared that prayer can help her calm her mind and focus before taking on the urgent task of answering tough questions from the press.
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“It’s just a quiet and quiet moment, asking God to trust, express my words, knowledge, prayers, protection, the ability to protect,” she said. “This is the last thing I’ll do before I go there and then it gives me the confidence to brief.”
Levitt’s journey is impressive. She started as a White House intern during her first term as former President Donald Trump. She then became assistant press secretary under Kayleigh McEnany and later served as spokesperson for Trump’s 2024 campaign. Now, she has one of the most stressful communication jobs in the country.
Leavitt said her Christian faith can help her stay rooted even with the pressure of public life and the constant attention of the media. “My faith is very important to me… It can be difficult for those who don’t have faith, but with confidence, everything is possible.”
Her moment of devotion now resonates with many Americans, showing that behind the podium is a young woman guided by faith and confidence.
