White House press pool controversy

The White House removed HuffPost, Reuters, and a foreign press representative from the traditional 'pool,' sparking controversy over press access and control of media coverage.

White House press pool changes

The White House announced it would give power back to the people by changing how press pool questions are chosen, which has been traditionally dictated by the White House Correspondents' Association. This move is seen as increasing transparency by allowing the White House press team to determine the press pool.

Convicted killer Lori Vallow's legal battles and court proceedings

Convicted killer Lori Vallow expresses belief that her murdered children and husband's deceased first wife are "happy and busy" in the "spirit world." Vallow asks court to restrict media access for upcoming Arizona murder trial, claiming defamation and misleading coverage. She represents herself and objects to Court TV's streaming of the proceedings. Vallow and husband Chad Daybell have been convicted in multiple murders, with Daybell sentenced to death. Vallow faces second trial for conspiracy to commit murder. She was found mentally competent to stand trial.

Vice President Kamala Harris' Lack of Formal Press Conferences

Vice President Kamala Harris has not held a formal press conference or sit-down interview in over a month since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, sparking criticism from various media outlets and commentators.

Vice President Kamala Harris avoiding press conferences

Vice President Kamala Harris has not held a formal press conference or sit-down interview since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, facing criticism for dodging media and avoiding tough questions.

Vice President Kamala Harris' Lack of Press Conferences

Vice President Kamala Harris has not held a formal press conference for 23 days since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, facing criticism for lack of media access.

Vice President Kamala Harris' media access and coverage

Vice President Kamala Harris has not held a press conference or sit-down interview for 22 days since becoming the Democratic nominee. Time Magazine published a glowing cover story about her rise, but Harris declined an interview with them.

Media Access of Vice President Kamala Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris has not participated in an unscripted interview for 22 days since joining the presidential race. Media have not interviewed her on television since June 24, 2024. The last solo news conference where she was questioned was eight months ago.

Vice President Kamala Harris' Lack of Press Conferences

Vice President Kamala Harris has not held a formal press conference since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, facing criticism for lack of media access.

Republican Party Platform Committee Meeting

The next Republican Party platform will be written behind closed doors, in contrast to the Democratic Party which will stream its platform negotiations. Questions focus on potential changes to abortion language. The Trump-era RNC aims to keep internal party business out of the news and prevent misrepresentations by the media.

Israel-Hamas War Updates

Recent updates on the Israel-Hamas war include a four-day march demanding the release of hostages, a German frigate defending against drones in the Red Sea, calls for media access to Gaza, Israeli army raid in Jenin refugee camp, and denial of shooting at Palestinians in Gaza.