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Meet Kayleigh McEnany, the 29-year-old who left CNN to be RNC spokeswoman and make pro-Trump news that's been compared to state TV

Sonam ShethAug 8, 2017, 03:23 IST

Kayleigh McEnany/Twitter

Former CNN commentator Kayleigh McEnany made headlines on Sunday for her appearance in a pro-Trump video segment that was posted to President Donald Trump's official Facebook page.

It was not the first time McEnany had gone to bat for the president. She gained recognition during the 2016 election for frequently appearing as a Trump surrogate on cable news networks. McEnany immediately drew attention for her combative style and polished demeanor.

Throughout her tenure as a CNN talking head, McEnany got into more than a few heated exchanges with other personalities like New York Times columnist Charles Blow and CNN host Van Jones.

On Monday, the Republican National Committee announced McEnany will join its ranks, bringing a decidedly Trump-friendly tilt to the party apparatus. Here's what we know about McEnany, one of Trump's earliest and most vocal supporters: