"A coalition of six journalism organizations and over 430 journalists have sent a scathing letter to the WHCA demanding they use the occasion of the White House Correspondents' Dinner to forcefully demonstrate opposition to President Trump's efforts to trample freedom of the press."
"We believe the White House Correspondents Association should take stronger action by issuing from the podium a forceful defense of freedom of the press and condemnation of those who threaten that freedom."
"In February 2025, the Trump administration banned Associated Press reporters from pooled press events at the White House and aboard Air Force One, after the AP declined to alter its longstanding editorial style guide."
A coalition of six journalism organizations and over 430 journalists sent a letter to the White House Correspondents' Association, urging a strong stance against President Trump's attacks on press freedom. They plan to wear First Amendment-themed accessories during the dinner. The letter calls for a forceful defense of press freedom from the podium, a toast to the First Amendment, and a commitment to uphold democratic values. The Trump administration has previously restricted press access and altered terminology to align with the President's preferences, further escalating tensions with the media.
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