Karoline Leavitt, the 28-year-old White House press secretary, is back in the spotlight after President Donald Trump made new comments about her appearance, stirring public debate. The attention comes amid broader criticism of how Trump has recently spoken to and about women in the press.

In November, Trump faced backlash for calling a Bloomberg correspondent “quiet, piggy” after she questioned him about the Epstein files. Days later, he reportedly referred to a CNN reporter as “nasty” and “stupid,” renewing concerns about his treatment of female journalists.

Now, Leavitt has become part of the conversation. Speaking at a rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, on December 9, Trump praised her role, calling her a “superstar” and highlighting her importance within his team.

But his remarks soon shifted from her work to her appearance. Trump told the crowd that when Leavitt appears on television, networks “dominate” because of her “beautiful face” and “lips that don’t stop… like a little machine gun.” He added that her confidence on air comes from supporting an administration that, in his view, holds “the right policy.”

He contrasted this by listing issues his administration opposes, including men competing in women’s sports, promoting transgender inclusion, and allowing what he called open borders—arguing these stances make Leavitt’s job easier.

The comments spread quickly online. Advocacy groups and social media users criticized Trump for the way he described a young female staffer. One post called him “a disgusting fool,” while others labeled the remarks “creepy,” “gross,” and disrespectful.

Many commenters argued that the president’s focus on her appearance fit a longstanding pattern in how he talks about women, especially younger ones working around him. Several noted that such language from a leader toward a subordinate felt inappropriate.

The reaction has reignited discussion about Trump’s rhetoric, workplace boundaries, and the scrutiny faced by women serving in high-profile political roles.