In a development that has left both political observers and internet users stunned, Karoline Leavitt, the rising conservative figure and former White House Assistant Press Secretary under the Trump administration, has announced her decision to sell all her properties in the United States and relocate to Spain—permanently.

The statement came via a fiery and emotionally charged video posted to her official X (formerly Twitter) account late Friday evening, where Leavitt appeared standing before her family’s New Hampshire home. With a solemn yet determined expression, she began:

“I can no longer live in a country that enables arrogance, monopolistic manipulation, and blind worship of billionaires like Elon Musk. I refuse to breathe the same air as that man.”

The video, which has already garnered over 15 million views in less than 24 hours, continues with Leavitt detailing her grievances—not just with Elon Musk personally, but with what she describes as the broader decay of “American moral integrity, corporate dominance, and ideological hypocrisy.”

“He represents everything I oppose”

In the now-viral clip, Leavitt describes Elon Musk as a “symbol of everything wrong with modern America.”

“From controlling free speech to playing puppet master with global economies under the guise of ‘tech innovation,’ Musk is not a genius—he’s a reckless opportunist. And the fact that half this country worships him like a prophet makes me sick.”

While Leavitt did not cite specific incidents, many speculate her outburst was triggered by recent comments Musk made criticizing both political extremities and questioning the motives of political figures—comments that indirectly referenced individuals like Leavitt herself.

She continued:

“I am a patriot. But patriotism does not mean staying in a sinking ship run by egotistical billionaires. It means protecting your family and your values. For me, that means leaving.”

Real estate liquidation underway

According to sources close to Leavitt’s family, her real estate holdings include a farmhouse in New Hampshire, a condo in Boston, and a small vacation property in the Carolinas. All three have reportedly been listed for sale within the last week. Her spokesperson confirmed this morning that the proceeds from the sales will be used to purchase a centuries-old estate in the Spanish countryside near Valencia.

“Karoline has always loved European history and culture,” the spokesperson said. “Spain represents peace, tradition, and a lifestyle grounded in family and simplicity—exactly what she seeks.”

Some critics have pointed out the irony of choosing a socialist-leaning country like Spain for her new home, given Leavitt’s deeply conservative views. However, her team addressed that quickly:

“Spain may have leftist politics, but Karoline isn’t moving there for political alignment. She’s moving for peace of mind.”

Divided reactions across political lines

As expected, social media exploded in response to the announcement. Left-wing users applauded her departure, many sarcastically tweeting, “Don’t let the door hit you on the way out.” Meanwhile, many on the right were baffled, with some even accusing her of abandoning the country she claimed to fight for.

Fox News anchor Jesse Watters called the move “the political equivalent of a tantrum,” while MSNBC’s Joy Reid said it “might be the most unintentional act of self-awareness from the far-right all year.”

Conservative pundit Matt Walsh expressed dismay on his podcast:

“I don’t understand what Elon Musk did to Karoline to warrant this level of drama. This is bizarre even by 2025 standards.”

A new life abroad

Despite the backlash, Leavitt appears resolute. In a follow-up post, she shared a photo of her family boarding a plane, captioned simply:

“We’re free now.”

Spanish media have already begun speculating about her arrival, with El País noting that “another American public figure seeks refuge in the quiet countryside of Valencia.” Locals in the area, reportedly unaware of her political past, have welcomed the move with mild curiosity and a sense of bemusement.

What next for Karoline?

It remains unclear whether Karoline Leavitt intends to continue any form of political commentary or activism from abroad. Her last statement hinted at a desire to focus on family and writing a memoir titled “Exile of a Patriot”, due out early next year.

She ended her announcement with one final message:

“To all those who feel trapped in a nation driven by greed, ego, and illusion—you have the power to walk away. I just did.”

Whether this is a permanent exit from public life or a dramatic prelude to a European-based media venture, one thing is clear: Karoline Leavitt has made a move no one saw coming—and she did it in a blaze of defiant controversy.