In a moment that quickly went viral and is now being hailed as one of the most iconic clapbacks in recent political media history, Karoline Leavitt, the former Trump White House aide and rising conservative star, found herself the target of a surprising jab — not from a rival politician or aggressive journalist, but from a retired Major League Baseball player.
What began as a seemingly light-hearted exchange on a live TV panel spiraled into an unforgettable on-air moment when the former athlete attempted to humiliate Leavitt… and failed spectacularly.
The segment, part of a special political roundtable aired Wednesday night, was supposed to feature a balanced discussion on young leadership in American politics.
Leavitt, now a Republican spokesperson and regular on political commentary shows, was invited to speak alongside a variety of voices — including the former MLB player, known for his brash personality and controversial takes since retiring from the game.
Interestingly, some viewers noted the irony that this same retired player has spoken publicly about hospital costs related to sports injuries, while now trying to downplay Leavitt’s political expertise.
