Katie Zacharia's background

Katie Zacharia received a bachelor of arts degree from Pepperdine University in 2007 and a law degree from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law in 2011.

White House press secretary role

Katie Zacharia is the new White House press secretary facing questions about her legal credentials and background.

Lack of bar license

Zacharia is not listed in California's state bar database, and Popular Information reports she lacks licenses in all 50 states.

White House response

The White House stated Zacharia has 'extensive experience in political advocacy, international corporate law, and non-profit work.'

“I practiced international transaction law, with all the appropriate credentials”

Trump's appointment

Trump hired Zacharia after she worked for his social media company for only a few months and her debut at the podium was widely panned.

Campaign for Accountability

Campaign for Accountability filed a complaint with California State Bar to investigate Zacharia's claim of being a lawyer without a license.

What happens next

California State Bar may investigate Zacharia for misrepresenting her legal credentials.