ABC News. “Her counsel will be critical to get as much done as possible for the American people in the coming months.”Jean-Pierre made history in 2022 when she was tapped to replace Jen Psaki as press secretary, becoming the first Black woman and the first openly gay person to hold the position of the White House’s chief spokesperson.She had previously served as Vice President Kamala Harris’s chief of staff during her 2020 presidential run and worked on former President Barack Obama’s successful campaigns in 2008 and 2012.Jean-Pierre will begin her new role effective immediately.