Karine Jean-Pierre Makes History At White House Briefing

Karine Jean-Pierre made history as the first openly gay woman and the first Black woman in 30 years to deliver a White House press briefing. She is only the second Black woman to hold this role. As the White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary, she has briefed reporters on Air Force One, but this was her first televised briefing. Jean-Pierre expressed that it was an honor and emphasized the importance of representation and diversity in the administration, highlighting that her role is about serving the American people.

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