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Jennings emerges as early favorite to replace Leavitt at White House podium but process is just beginning
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points Multiple sources indicate that Chief of staff Susie Wiles met with Jennings, a CNN contributor, at the request of the White House. Scott Jennings is considered an early favorite for the position of White House press secretary.
Scott Jennings is considered an early favorite for the position of White House press secretary. Multiple sources indicate that Chief of staff Susie Wiles met with Jennings, a CNN contributor, at the request of the White House. Jennings has a background as a longtime adviser to Sen. Mitch McConnell and served in the George W. Bush administration.
Jennings' competency and television presence are cited as reasons for Wiles' interest in him. It is noted that the process of selecting a new press secretary is just beginning and is far from complete. Further details about the selection process and Jennings' potential candidacy are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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