At Just 27, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Shares Sweet Photo of Son Visiting Her at Work

White House press secretary turned proud mom! Karoline Leavitt, 27, shared a heartwarming family photo outside the West Wing—and the internet couldn’t stop talking about her baby boy’s striking resemblance to his 59-year-old dad.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt poses for a photo with her family on March 26, 2025 | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

At just 27, Karoline Leavitt is one of the youngest and most talked-about figures in D.C. But behind the podium, she’s also embracing a new role: motherhood.

Leavitt took to Instagram to post a candid photo of herself holding her baby son outside the White House. What started as a sweet family moment quickly went viral—not only for the tender pose but also for one amusing detail: the baby’s missing sock.

Karoline Leavitt speaks during the daily press briefing at the White House on March 26, 2025 in Washington, DC | Source: Getty Images

Standing outside the West Wing in a soft blue suit, Leavitt beamed as she held her son, Nicholas Robert “Niko” Riccio. Her husband, Nicholas Riccio, 59, stood proudly beside her, sparking buzz across social media.

Commenters flooded the post, debating who baby Niko looked more like. Some said he’s the “spitting image” of his dad, while others claimed he has his mom’s charm. And yes, many couldn’t help but point out the missing sock—an all-too-relatable parenting moment.

Karoline Leavitt posing with guests during her wedding | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

The couple’s relationship has drawn attention since Leavitt opened up about their 32-year age gap during a February 2025 appearance on The Megyn Kelly Show. Their love story began at a political event in New Hampshire, where Leavitt was speaking and Riccio was invited by a mutual friend. Sparks flew, and the rest was history.

Karoline Leavitt taking part in a fun pose with some guests | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

When asked about the age difference, Leavitt said simply, “We fell in love. He’s my greatest supporter, my rock, and the best dad I could ever ask for.”

Karoline Leavitt posing with happy guests | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

Since then, the two have welcomed a son, tied the knot in a lavish wedding at Wentworth By The Sea Country Club, and shared their lives openly with the public. Photos from the wedding showed elegant decor, glowing smiles, and a kiss under a sign that read, “The Riccio’s.”

Karoline Leavitt gets a kiss from her husband | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

Before the viral White House photo, Leavitt had already melted hearts when she shared newborn pictures of Niko in July 2024, calling his birth “the best moment of my life.”

Karoline Leavitt and Nicholas Riccio’s son, Nicholas Robert, in a post dated July 15, 2024 | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

Her caption read: “Babies are the ultimate blessing, and I’m bursting with gratitude for our beautiful, happy, healthy boy.”

Karoline Leavitt posing with her newborn son at the hospital in a post dated July 15, 2024 | Source: Instagram/karolineleavitt

She ended the post with a tender introduction: “Nicholas Robert aka Niko. 🤗 My son. I love you. 💙.”

Balancing the demands of Washington with the joys of new motherhood, Karoline Leavitt is redefining what it means to lead with strength and softness. From press briefings to baby bottles, she’s embracing every moment—with heels on and heart open.

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