New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- US President Donald Trump has announced that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her position at the end of the month, saying she wants to spend more time with her young children and family.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Leavitt as one of his "most trusted aides" and said he understood and respected her decision.

Trump said Leavitt would continue to play a role in his administration as one of his top outside advisers after leaving the White House press secretary position.

He also said she would remain an influential voice within the Republican Party as the party prepares for the upcoming midterm elections.

Trump praised Leavitt's performance as press secretary, calling her a "real...