# ‘JD wanted to chat with us real quick’: How Trump’s press secretary was fired mid-interview

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-17T10:35:11+00:00
- Category: World
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Katie Zacharia's brief tenure as White House press secretary ended abruptly after just five days due to a rocky start marked by an underwhelming briefing and questions regarding her qualifications. Despite Donald Trump's warning to reconsider the role, she was determined to fulfill her duties to the president and the nation. Her departure leaves the press office in limbo, especially with midterm e

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