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Vance returns to White House briefing room amid press secretary vacancy
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points This event marks the first briefing in over 40 days. The White House has not announced a replacement for Leavitt or a permanent solution for leading press briefings.
A press briefing is scheduled for Thursday, led by Vice President JD Vance. This event marks the first briefing in over 40 days. The previous press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, departed her role last month and has not been replaced.
The White House may continue to use a rotating group of officials to lead briefings. This approach was used earlier in the year when Leavitt was absent. Senior administration members, including Vance, filled in during that time.
Further details about the briefing and the press secretary vacancy are available. The White House has not announced a replacement for Leavitt or a permanent solution for leading press briefings.
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Category: News Published: September 3, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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