The White House has granted a coveted press briefing seat to a pro-Trump podcaster, marking a shift towards incorporating non-traditional media outlets. This move comes amidst declining trust in mainstream media and the rise of podcasting and social media as news sources. The decision has sparked debate about whether prioritizing pro-Trump voices undermines the integrity of press conferences.
Are papers out of touch with Americans? First White House ‘new media’ seat goes to pro-Trump podcaster
The White House has been flooded with more than 10,000 applications for the seat, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, after unveiling a new policy that allows podcasters, TikTokers and other content creators to apply for press credentials on a rotation basis. “Do you think they are out of touch with Americans demanding action on our border crisis?” Ashbrook asked in a deadpan tone.This marks a new normal for press briefings at the White House, long the preserve of mainstream outlets that have grappled in recent years with declining public trust while podcasters gain a huge following.
In recent days, prominent MAGA supporters, including many accused of peddling conspiracy theories, have expressed interest online in applying for White House press credentials. About one in five Americans — many of them under 30 — say they regularly get news from influencers on social media, according to a study last November by the Pew Research Center.
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