Trump says new press secretary to hold first press conference next week

President Trump has appointed Katie Zacharia as the new White House press secretary. Her term officially begins on Columbus Day. Trump announced that Zacharia will hold her first introductory news conference on Tuesday at 9:30 A.M. This appointment establishes her role within the administration, with the first public press engagement scheduled for next week. The announcement confirms her start date and the specific timing for her debut appearance before the press to begin her official duties.