Karoline Leavitt’s second pregnancy has sent a fresh wave of speculation through Washington, setting off quiet maneuvering inside the communications world as officials ask the same question: Who steps in when the White House’s most influential voice takes her maternity leave? Despite the chatter, Leavitt remains unwavering. Still, the realities of a high-pressure job and a baby on the way have ignited quiet positioning among Washington communications figures. According to reporting from the Daily Mail, Trump-world insiders are already sketching out top contenders who might temporarily assume her day-to-day responsibilities. WATCH