During a high-stakes appearance on Good Morning America, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clashed with co-host Michael Strahan over Trump-era policies. What started as a discussion on tariffs and federal office returns quickly escalated into a tense back-and-forth.
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Tariffs Under Fire
Strahan questioned if Trump’s tariffs would hurt American consumers. Leavitt passionately insisted tariffs are not a tax increase for Americans—a stance backed by press statements but criticized by many economists and media observers. -
Return‑to‑Office Clash
She also defended the administration’s push to bring federal employees back to the office, citing improved accountability—prompting some viewers to praise her boldness.
