It was not the first time the two have squared off.

In fact, it wasn’t even the first time that Leavitt has denied Collins a follow up question.

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Split image of Karoline Leavitt and Kaitlan Collins

She might be curt, but we have to admit,Leavitt is the queen of petty interactions.

She said the reasoning was a “brutal” work schedule that was “taking a toll.”

Donnelly’s departure was also reportedly sudden and unexpected.

Kaitlan Collins in a dark green suit

The same source also mentioned rumors that the data pipe wanted Collins to solely work the White House job.

That could make for a turbulent work environment, especially if Collins was fighting to keep both jobs.