Trump fires Press Secretary Katie Zacharia after brief tenure

US President Donald Trump has reportedly fired his Press Secretary Katie Zacharia after only a few days in office. Zacharia, who was appointed on Monday, faced numerous questions about her background and criticism regarding her performance during media appearances in this short time.

According to the New York Times, Zacharia was pressured due to false statements in her resume. She claimed to be a licensed attorney but had actually failed the bar exam. This information drew negative attention and led to her dismissal.

A government official stated that Trump believed Zacharia to be a nice person but that she was not happy in her role as Press Secretary. Trump allegedly suggested she reconsider her decision about the position, which eventually led to her resignation.

The dismissal was reported by several US media outlets, including Kleine Zeitung and Tages-Anzeiger. The Tagesspiegel and 20 Minuten also confirmed the information, noting the rapid separation as a surprising turn of events.

Just days after her appointment, the pressure on Zacharia had significantly increased due to media coverage and public criticism. Her early appearances were marred by blunders and misunderstandings, undermining the credibility of her office.

The exact circumstances surrounding the dismissal and reactions within the US government remain unclear. Reports indicate that this is not the first painful personnel change within Trump's administration, which has repeatedly faced challenges in filling key positions.