Christmas Share From Karoline Leavitt Gets Reinterpreted by Fans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and her spouse are sparking discussions online following a holiday photo release on Threads. The 28-year-old official, married to 60-year-old real estate developer Nicholas Riccio, has faced scrutiny since their 2025 nuptials, which occurred six months after the arrival of their son.Leavitt emphasizes that she values stability over age, as she found the emotional maturity she sought in a partner significantly older than herself. In the shared image, the couple poses warmly by a fireplace; Leavitt wears a sophisticated black evening gown adorned with a large bow, while Riccio is dressed in a classic black tuxedo. However, social media users immediately focused on Riccio's pinky—wrapped in a Band-Aid—and his notably darkened hair.Critics flooded the comments, joking about the couple's age difference, and suggesting light-hearted comparisons to Trump. Leavitt previously defended her choice of partner on the podcast “Pod Force One,” stating that mature men her age were hard to find, and shared how her parents eventually embraced Riccio after they recognized his character.