White House press secretary Katie Zakaria resigns five days into the job

White House Press Secretary Katie Zakaria has resigned from her post, stepping down within five days of taking charge.

The BBC has confirmed her resignation. Her very first public briefing as press secretary had run into controversy.

News sources say she had to leave the post due to pressure that arose following the controversy. The press secretary is the position responsible for regularly briefing the media on behalf of the White House.

The resignation of a press secretary just days after taking office has drawn attention as a short-lived appointment for the White House. Sources have not indicated who will be appointed in her place.