Workers at the Washington D.C. clothing store Tuckernuck have expressed discomfort serving high-profile Republican clients, according to a report from The Daily Beast. The brand, known for its popular Jackie dress, has been worn by figures such as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Second Lady Usha Vance.
An anonymous employee told the outlet there is a "constant back and forth" among staff about sharing space with these customers. The employee specifically mentioned Leavitt, stating, "I have a hard time... her kind of day-to-day is very much against my morals and values."
The Daily Beast reported that both Leavitt and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem have been seen shopping at the store. Leavitt wore a Tuckernuck Black Metallic Bouclé Mini Dress in April, while Vance wore a Black Jacquard Puff Sleeve Midi Darcy Dress when meeting Pope Leo XIV in May.
Tuckernuck's red Jackie dress went viral in 2024 and was frequently spotted at the Republican National Convention. The brand's co-founder, Madeline Grayson, told Axios in October that the company is apolitical and that the dress is worn by customers across the political spectrum.
The Department of Homeland Security's assistant secretary for public affairs, Tricia McLaughlin, declined to comment on the report, instead questioning why similar scrutiny was not applied to male cabinet members.
