Commentator Katie Zacharia picked as new White House press secretary

Donald Trump has chosen conservative commentator Katie Zacharia to become the next White House press secretary.

Zacharia selected for communications role

The selection places Zacharia in line to serve as the White House’s principal press secretary. The source describes her as a conservative commentator but provides no further details about her background, start date or expected priorities.

What is known about the appointment

Trump’s decision marks the selection of a new press secretary, though the available information does not include additional details about the transition or the responsibilities Zacharia will undertake.

The appointment will bring Zacharia into a prominent White House communications position. Further information about the role and timing was not provided.