I
n a stunning move, President Donald Trump appointed 27-year-old Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary just days after his re-election. This bold choice has sparked widespread attention, particularly given her youth and the fact that she's already making waves in the role. Leavitt's background with the Trump administration is no secret; she interned in the White House press office during his first term and later worked as a presidential speech-writer and assistant press secretary.

    Trump himself praised Leavitt, calling her "smart, tough, and highly effective." Her first press briefing was met with rave reviews from some observers, who dubbed it a "masterclass" in handling tough questions. The briefing took aim at illegal immigration and saw Leavitt hold her own against seasoned reporters like NBC's Peter Alexander.

    However, it's not just Leavitt's professional prowess that's drawing attention – it's also the significant age gap between her and her husband, Nicholas Riccio. At 59, he's a full 32 years older than his wife. This disparity has been highlighted by social media users, with some speculating about the potential reasons behind their marriage.

    Riccio's background is shrouded in mystery, but it's known that he's a successful real estate entrepreneur who graduated from Plymouth State University in New Hampshire. He took a pivotal real estate class in 1990 and went on to build a career flipping houses in the state's Hampton Beach area.