2025-02-25 Press Briefing: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Briefs Members of the Media, February 25, 2025
📝 Main Points Covered Press Pool Access Reform : The White House announced a shift in how press pool access is determined. Press Secretary Leavitt stated, "Moving forward, the White House press pool will be determined by the White House press team," emphasizing a departure from the traditional method managed by the White House Correspondents' Association. Emphasis on New Media : The administration is opening up press access to new media outlets, including independent journalists, podcasters, and social media influencers. Leavitt highlighted, "We welcome independent journalists, podcasters, social media influencers, and content creators to apply for credentials to cover this White House." Commitment to Transparency : The briefing underscored the administration's commitment to transparency and restoring press access. Leavitt noted, "This White House believes strongly in the First Amendment, so it’s why our team will work diligently...