In a bombshell revelation that has sent shockwaves through the capital, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has unleashed a scathing exposé on her predecessor, Karine Jean-Pierre, just days before a highly anticipated ethics trial. Leavitt, known for her no-nonsense approach, dropped a 50+ page dossier titled The Jean-Pierre Files, which alleges a litany of professional misconduct and deliberate manipulation during Jean-Pierre’s tenure. The document, leaked to major outlets late last night, has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with #KJPExposed trending at over 3 million posts on X by morning.
The dossier, meticulously compiled by Leavitt’s team, accuses Jean-Pierre of orchestrating a “calculated erasure” of critical policy discussions to prioritize personal narratives. The most damning claim centers on January 17, 2025, when Jean-Pierre allegedly sidelined National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby from a pivotal Gaza ceasefire briefing. According to the document, Jean-Pierre’s office issued a last-minute directive labeling Kirby’s prepared remarks as “not podium material,” redirecting him to a low-profile background call. The move, Leavitt claims, was designed to monopolize the spotlight for Jean-Pierre’s emotional farewell, which CNN later dubbed “a masterclass in grace.”
“She turned the White House press room into a stage for her own legacy,” Leavitt declared at a press conference outside the West Wing. “While families awaited answers on hostages and ceasefire terms, Jean-Pierre gave America a monologue about muffins and her dog. The podium isn’t a mirror—it’s a public trust, and she betrayed it.” Leavitt’s remarks, delivered with icy precision, have fueled speculation about the upcoming trial, where Jean-Pierre faces scrutiny over alleged ethics violations.
The dossier includes internal memos, redlined schedules, and a handwritten note purportedly in Jean-Pierre’s handwriting that reads, “Kirby cut. Keep it mine. Full podium.” Sources close to Leavitt claim the note was discovered in a drawer of the press secretary’s desk, alongside unopened envelopes marked “personal.” Other allegations include Jean-Pierre’s unauthorized edits to official transcripts, omitting references to Gaza, and her reported dismissal of staff concerns with the phrase, “This is my moment, not theirs.”
Jean-Pierre’s camp has vehemently denied the accusations, calling the dossier “a politically motivated smear.” In a statement, her attorney described Leavitt’s actions as “a desperate attempt to rewrite history and vilify a trailblazing woman of color.” Supporters on X have rallied under #KJPStrong, accusing Leavitt of weaponizing her privilege to undermine Jean-Pierre’s legacy as the first Black, queer press secretary. “Karoline can’t stand that Karine broke barriers,” one user posted. “This is jealousy, plain and simple.”
Yet, the dossier’s release has shifted the narrative. Fox News aired a segment featuring Peter Doocy, who corroborated Leavitt’s claims, stating, “Kirby had a binder ready that day—maps, transcripts, everything. He was erased.” Even neutral outlets like Politico have raised questions, with a headline reading, “Was Jean-Pierre’s Podium a Performance?”
As the trial looms, Washington braces for a showdown. Leavitt, undeterred, vowed to restore “truth over theater” to the press room. “The public deserves answers, not applause,” she said, clutching a copy of the dossier. With the document now public, Jean-Pierre’s carefully crafted image may face its toughest test yet.