White House Press Secretary Defends Dress Code After Zelensky and Musk Comparison
Karoline Leavitt addresses criticism over differing standards for attire following Zelensky's Oval Office visit and Musk's appearance at Trump's congressional address.
- Peter Doocy questioned White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt about perceived double standards in the administration's dress code policies.
- The controversy stems from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky being criticized for wearing army fatigues during a recent Oval Office meeting with President Trump.
- Leavitt defended the administration, pointing out that Elon Musk, often seen in casual attire, wore a suit to Trump's address to Congress the previous evening.
- Zelensky was reportedly asked to leave the White House during his visit, with some attributing the tension to his choice of clothing.
- Leavitt emphasized that President Trump appreciated Musk's formal appearance, but no clear guidelines on the White House dress code were provided.