Faith in Politics

Karoline Levitt Removes Cross Necklace After Jon Stewart’s Scathing Joke

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt notably omitted her cross necklace during Tuesday’s press briefing, following comedian Jon Stewart’s mockery of her faith on his show. Stewart’s criticism centered on Leavitt’s perceived hypocrisy, contrasting her professed faith with her actions and statements. This omission follows prior criticism of Leavitt for comments about a deported individual, where her religious symbolism was also noted by critics. The incident highlights the intersection of faith, politics, and public perception within the current political climate.

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