Karine Jean-Pierre makes US history as new White House press secretary

Karine Jean-Pierre has made history after being chosen by President Joe Biden to become his new White House press secretary, becoming the first black and openly gay person to hold the role.

Jean-Pierre will take over next week from outgoing press secretary Jen Psaki.

At a press briefing announcing the change, Jean-Pierre said: "This is a historic moment and it's not lost on me. I understand how important it is for so many people out there."

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Oh ya 2 year ago

Oh boy knowing that you are a token place holder must make one feel special. Biden will hold her up like a fisherman with a record breaking fish

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Karine Jean-Pierre makes US history as new White House press secretary

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