Ms. Psaki will end her current job on May 13. When she started this position in January 2021, she said she intended to only do it for about a year.
Jean-Pierre has been deputy press secretary since Biden’s tenure began. She worked in the White House under President Barack Obama, as the director of public relations for the progressive advocacy group MoveOn.org.
President Biden promised to appoint officials, cabinet members and judges in ways that reflect the ethnic diversity of America, where whites make up less than 60 percent of the population but have traditionally held sway. top positions.
“Karine will not only bring the experience, talent, and integrity needed to this difficult job, but she will continue to spearhead the communication of the work the Biden-Harris administration is doing as a consultant. represent the American people,” Biden said in a statement.
“This is a historic moment that I will never forget. Standing behind this podium is an honor and privilege for me,” Jean-Pierre said at a briefing in the White House press room.
Psaki was appointed by President Biden after a period of turbulent relations between the White House and the press during the former Trump administration.
