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Trump's new press secretary out of the job just days after rocky debut

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What happened: Katie Zacharia is leaving as White House press secretary after seven days. Trump told her to "reconsider" the role, and an official said she is "transitioning out." Key numbers: Seven days in the role. Named Oct. 9, first briefing Oct. 13, lasting 14 minutes with three questions. Scaramucci's tenure lasted 10 days. Why it matters: Her debut drew scrutiny over verbal stumbles and her legal credentials, and she admitted she did not pass the bar exam. Trump said she was "brutalized by the media. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h
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