White House Correspondents' Association President Eugene Daniels is leaving Politico to join MSNBC, where he will co-host a weekend roundtable show. His departure comes after the White House announced changes in press pool access, sparking concerns about government influence over press coverage.
Key Points
Eugene Daniels criticizes the move as undermining the independence of the free press in the U.S.
White House announced changes in press pool access, giving power back to the people.
Daniels expresses disappointment at lack of heads up from the White House in the decision.
Pros
Eugene Daniels joining MSNBC to co-host a weekend roundtable show.
Cons
Concerns about government influence over press coverage with changes in press pool access.