Karoline Leavitt's Failed Defense of Trump: How Her Obama Point Backfired in the Kimmel Scandal

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt entangled former President Barack Obama in the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel, as she sought to defend Donald Trump against allegations of censorship. However, her defense faltered when confronted by Trump's previous comments that contradicted her narrative.In a Fox News interview, Leavitt reacted to Obama's critique of the Trump administration regarding its stance on cancel culture. “With all due respect, he misunderstands the situation,” she claimed with a smile, asserting that the decision to suspend Kimmel was made by ABC executives, not the White House.Leavitt maintained that Trump was unaware of the situation until she informed him. Nevertheless, social media users quickly pointed out inconsistencies in her assertions, citing Trump's own earlier comments that indicated otherwise. Critics highlighted that the administration’s pressure on media outlets poses significant dangers to free speech, reflecting concerns from even some Republican lawmakers over the implications of such actions.