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Karoline Leavitt Shuts Down CNN Over Smear Attack on Tulsi Gabbard

Updated
Jul 26, 2025 5:40 PM

During a White House press briefing in January 2025, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked about concerns that former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard — who had recently joined the Trump administration — might leak classified information.

Her response? Calm, direct, and viral:

“The only people suggesting Tulsi would leak evidence are the ones in this room… and it’s not working.”

That moment, captured on video, exploded online — racking up over 1.5 million views and turning into one of Karoline’s most talked-about takedowns of the mainstream press.

🎥 Watch the viral moment: Karoline Leavitt defends Tulsi Gabbard

The Smear Campaign Against Tulsi

  • CNN had been hinting at doubts over Tulsi’s loyalty and discretion
  • Leavitt called it out for what it was: media-driven speculation
  • This is not the first time Gabbard has been smeared by the press — recall previous instances like being labeled a “Russian asset” by Hillary Clinton

Why This Moment Resonated

  • The media expected a weak denial. Instead, Karoline flipped the script.
  • Her tone — not angry, just factual — hit harder than shouting
  • It sent a message to reporters: Trump’s team won’t play defense anymore

Karoline Leavitt:
“The only people suggesting Tulsi would leak evidence are the ones in this room. It’s not working.”

Public Response

  • Over 1.5M views on Instagram in less than 48 hours
  • Thousands of comments praising Karoline for her composure and honesty
  • Conservative creators, influencers, and even Tulsi herself reposted the clip

The media may try to rewrite the story, but thanks to moments like this — and platforms like @KarolineLeavittHQ — the truth gets out.

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