Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in March 2025.
Karoline Leavitt Faces Backlash Over French Designer Handbag
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has stirred controversy once again—this time, not for her words, but for a fashion choice that critics called “contradictory.”
A Post That Sparked Debate
Over the weekend, Leavitt shared a photo on Instagram. It quickly went viral, drawing both praise and criticism. While the image showcased her poised appearance, a specific detail caught the public’s attention: her handbag.
Harsh Words for France
The uproar followed Leavitt’s bold response to a French politician. After the politician suggested returning the Statue of Liberty to France, Leavitt fired back with strong words.
“My advice to that unnamed low-level French politician would be to remind them that it’s only because of the United States of America that the French are not speaking German right now, so they should be very grateful to our great country.”
Her statement gained traction online—some applauded her patriotism, while others questioned her tone.
Karoline Leavitt carrying a handbag by French fashion house Louis Vuitton, Photo Credit: karolineleavitt/Instagram
Critics Notice a French Accessory
The real controversy, however, stemmed from what she was holding. In her photo, Leavitt carried a Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM tote—a $2,030 luxury handbag from a renowned French brand. This detail didn’t go unnoticed.
One commenter wrote:
“Why have a Louis Vuitton bag if everything from France is so bad????”
Supporters Rally Behind Her
Despite the criticism, Leavitt’s followers showed strong support. Comments flooded in, praising her appearance and patriotism.
“Absolutely stunning representation of our country!”
“Wow, Karoline, you look fantastic. It’s good to see such professionalism in action.”
“Young, intelligent, and absolutely stunning. It’s so refreshing to see!”
Shifting Focus to Family
At 27, Leavitt holds the title of youngest White House Press Secretary in U.S. history. Often targeted for her age, she chose to stay silent amid the noise and instead focused on her family.
She shared a sweet photo of her toddler baking with her, captioning it:
“Sunday morning muffins with my sous chef.”
Later, she posted another candid moment—her son being pushed in a stroller by his great-grandmother:
“Niko being pushed by his great grandma!”
Balancing Public Scrutiny and Private Life
While debates swirl around handbags and politics, Leavitt keeps her attention on her duties and her home life. For her, the controversy is just background noise.
