From Slate Magazine · Ian Prasad Philbrick · · 1m
Trump’s Press Secretary Lies
Katie Zacharia’s shaky claims and Trump’s lies make her perfect for the job.
In brief
Katie Zacharia’s shaky claims and Trump’s lies make her perfect for the job. Katie Zacharia, Trump’s new press secretary, has lied about her credentials but fits the administration’s need for blunt truth-tellers. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Katie Zacharia’s background
Katie Zacharia debuted as Trump’s press secretary on Tuesday.
Zacharia claims bar pass
Zacharia said she passed the bar when she moved to China.
Zacharia’s China claims
She claims to have worked at a Chinese law firm and for the World Bank.
Bar exam facts
Foreign nationals can’t take the bar in China or practice Chinese law.
Zacharia’s bar status
The Wall Street Journal reported she did not pass the U.S. bar exam.
Zacharia’s performance
Zacharia spoke haltingly and read notes for long stretches on her debut.
Zacharia’s mistake
She said 'my president' when she meant 'my husband' during her debut.
Trump’s support
Trump called Zacharia 'very good' after her debut.
What it means
Katie Zacharia, Trump’s new press secretary, has lied about her credentials but fits the administration’s need for blunt truth-tellers.
