Trump’s New Press Sec Katie Zacharia Warned By Megyn Kelly To ‘Dial It Back’ As She’s ‘Got Some Chest Showing’

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Megyn Kelly has taken aim at newly appointed White House press secretary Katie Zacharia, criticizing her appearance during her first official briefing under President Donald Trump.

While Zacharia’s debut drew mixed reactions over her delivery and preparedness, Kelly was particularly concerned about her choice of clothing and overall presentation.

The conservative commentator suggested that Zacharia needed to adopt a more professional image to be taken seriously in her new position.

Megyn Kelly Criticizes Katie Zacharia’s Revealing Outfit

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Megyn Kelly was unimpressed by Katie Zacharia’s appearance during her October 13 debut as White House press secretary, arguing that her styling was unsuitable for such a prominent government position.

According to the Irish Star, Kelly discussed Zacharia’s outfit on “The Megyn Kelly Show,” criticizing her makeup, hairstyle, and clothing.

“You know, she’s got very heavy makeup on. She’s got the long curls,” Kelly remarked. The commentator also objected to Zacharia’s neckline, stating, “She’s got some chest showing with the tie. I think she needs to dial it back.”

Although Kelly described Zacharia’s performance as “fine,” she questioned whether her appearance conveyed the seriousness expected of a presidential spokesperson.

Kelly suggested that Zacharia might be positioning herself for a future television career, insisting that she needed to “present as a serious person.”

White House Insider Warns Katie Zacharia Could Lose Her Job

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Beyond criticism of her appearance, Zacharia’s first briefing also raised concerns among some observers about whether she was adequately prepared for the responsibilities of her new position.

The Irish Star reported that an unnamed White House official expressed dissatisfaction with her initial performance during a conversation with MS NOW journalist Jake Traylor. The official suggested that Zacharia had made an unfavorable first impression.

“She needs to get much better, fast. Otherwise, she’ll break Scaramucci’s record,” the source warned, raising questions about how much time she might have to improve.

The comparison referred to Anthony Scaramucci, who served as White House communications director for just 10 days during Trump’s first administration in 2017. Although the insider’s remarks suggested concern about Zacharia’s future, there has been no confirmed indication that her position is immediately at risk.

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Donald Trump Has Confidence In Katie Zacharia’s Capabilities

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Despite the criticism surrounding Zacharia’s appointment, Trump has publicly expressed confidence in her ability to represent his administration, emphasizing her loyalty and previous communications experience.

According to the Irish Star, Zacharia previously worked as a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson and appeared as a political commentator on Fox News and Newsmax. She also served as a senior communications adviser to Trump’s social media business, Truth Social.

Announcing her appointment, Trump praised her contributions to his political campaigns, particularly her involvement in important battleground states. “She has an unblemished record of support, and has been a loyal and brilliant supporter, right from the beginning,” he declared.

The president also described Zacharia as a committed member of his political movement and expressed confidence that she could establish productive relationships with journalists and the public. His endorsement presented a contrasting assessment of the new press secretary, whose initial reception has been far less enthusiastic among some critics.

The President Reportedly Sidelined His Chief Of Staff To Appoint Katie Zacharia

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Zacharia’s appointment has also attracted attention over claims that Trump bypassed White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles when selecting his new spokesperson.

According to The Daily Beast, Wiles had preferred conservative CNN commentator Scott Jennings for the position. However, Trump was said to have favored Zacharia after being impressed by her television appearances and contacted her directly about the opportunity.

An administration official suggested that the decision reflected growing differences between Trump and his chief of staff.

“This is seen as one of many recent microaggressions of Donald to Susie. He is taking back control, and it is starting to feel more like the first term,” the source claimed.

Another insider characterized Zacharia’s selection as a matter of competing loyalties. “Susie wanted someone who would be loyal to her, and instead Trump chose someone loyal to him, as it should be,” the insider said.

Katie Zacharia’s First Press Briefing Also Failed To Impress The Public

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Zacharia’s performance at the White House podium generated further criticism, with some viewers questioning her confidence and ability to manage questions from journalists.

According to OK! Magazine, the new press secretary opened her briefing with an eight-minute statement, frequently referring to prepared notes and occasionally hesitating.

She answered just three questions before ending the session after approximately 14 minutes, considerably shorter than the 45-minute briefings typically associated with her predecessor.

One particularly awkward moment occurred when Zacharia mistakenly referred to her husband as the president while discussing her family. “My president, excuse me, my husband – that’s a good one – my husband is out here for the week,” she said. The verbal slip quickly became another subject of online criticism.

Ben Meiselas, co-founder of the progressive media organization MeidasTouch, criticized the appearance, declaring, “It’s being called the worst press briefing in the history of all press secretaries.” Social media users also expressed disappointment, with one commenting, “I’ve seen hostage videos with better delivery.”

Amidst the backlash, the president offered a favorable assessment afterward, telling reporters, “I thought she was very good.” His response suggested that the public criticism had not diminished his expressed confidence in his new spokesperson.