Controversy over Politico's Subscription Fees from Federal Agencies
White House press secretary discusses USAID funding media outlets and the controversy surrounding federal agencies' subscription fees to Politico.
Key Points
- Politico emphasizes transparency and accountability in its journalism
- Government payments to Politico are being canceled by the White House
- Controversy surrounds the amount of taxpayer dollars spent on Politico subscriptions
Pros
- Politico denies receiving any government funding
- Politico Pro subscription service is valued by companies and organizations for its policy tracking capabilities
- Majority of Politico Pro subscribers are from the private sector
Cons
- Speculation and controversy over federal agency spending on Politico subscriptions