They wrote on X:

In a whirlwind week of political fallout and fierce backlash, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt finds herself under fire for what critics are calling a “dangerous distortion of history” — and possibly a sign that her once-solid support in Washington is slipping away.

During a recent appearance on Fox News, Leavitt unleashed a fiery defense of President Donald Trump’s recent bombing campaign in Iran, going so far as to declare:

“No other president in history could have ever dreamed of such a success.”

The statement quickly drew sharp criticism from political historians, media watchdogs, and even members of her own party. Some likened Leavitt’s rhetoric to “North Korean state media” — over-the-top, blindly loyal, and detached from factual history.

False Praise or Failing Strategy?

Leavitt’s controversial remarks were in response to a U.S. B-2 bomber operation that Trump claimed had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s nuclear capabilities. However, a leaked U.S. intelligence assessment reportedly contradicted that bold assertion, suggesting the strike may have only delayed Iran’s nuclear program by a few months.

Despite that, Leavitt doubled down, attacking the credibility of the press and U.S. intelligence agencies:

“President Trump completely and totally obliterated the capability of Iran to produce a nuclear weapon, and the world is safer today because of his historic efforts.”

“Hostile actors within the intelligence community,” she claimed, were leaking “bits and pieces” of classified information in an effort to push a “fake news narrative.”

Her use of phrases like “fake news” and her dismissal of professional intelligence findings mirrored Trump’s long-standing media strategy, but this time, the backlash was swift — and more pointed.

Critics Hit Back: “Brush Up On History”

Political commentators and social media users quickly debunked Leavitt’s assertion that no other president has seen such military success. Many pointed to monumental achievements like Abraham Lincoln’s leadership during the Civil War, Franklin D. Roosevelt’s World War II strategy, and Harry Truman’s role in ending that same global conflict.

On X (formerly Twitter), the blowback was intense:

“Apparently Karoline Leavitt has never heard of World War II.”
“This is the kind of propaganda you’d expect from Pyongyang, not Washington.”
“When you lose your backers, you start screaming for attention. This was reckless.”

Even former Republican aides expressed concern. One GOP strategist, speaking anonymously, said:

“She’s playing a dangerous game. This isn’t just loyalty — it’s historical erasure, and it’s not a good look.”

Losing Support Behind the Curtain

Insiders suggest that Leavitt’s bold rhetoric may be a desperate bid to stay relevant amid signs that her internal support is waning. A key financial and political backer, whose identity remains undisclosed, reportedly distanced themselves from her office earlier this month. Without the shield of that relationship, Leavitt may be turning to theatrics in an effort to prove her allegiance to Trump and keep herself in the spotlight.

One analyst put it bluntly:

“No more cover. She’s out on her own, and she’s choosing bombast over balance.”

Chasing Glory or Fueling Fire?

Whether Leavitt’s comments were a calculated political maneuver or a passionate defense gone too far, the fallout is undeniable. The White House’s credibility has taken another hit, and critics warn that such exaggerated praise could deepen divides both at home and abroad.

As questions swirl about her future in the administration, one thing is certain: Karoline Leavitt’s words — and the reaction to them — have become a story of their own.

In the search for glory, she may have lit a fire too big to control.