Off-camera briefings “are not a substitute for the open back-and-forth between reporters and administration officials that regular televised briefings allow,” Mr. Mason wrote in his memo on Friday, noting “the need for transparency at the highest levels of government.”
White House correspondents acknowledge that the briefings can sometimes have limited value as a reporting tool. But they say it remains important for an administration to discuss its actions and its policy in a public forum even if the ritual has long been an opportunity for aides to spin and obfuscate on behalf of their presidents.
The notion of reducing television coverage of the briefings is not unique to the current administration. Michael D. McCurry, who was the press secretary during the Clinton administration, has said he regretted allowing cameras into the briefings, saying the temptation for reporters to grandstand has eroded the quality of the sessions.
This Morning from CBS News, Oct. 1, 2014 – CBS Newsby wpjljron
Wednesday, October 1st, 2014.This Morning from CBS News, Oct. 1, 2014 – CBS NewsEbola U.S.A. After a patient in Dallas tested positive for Ebola, CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden said in an evening news conference, “This is the first case of Ebola diagnosed in the U.S., and the first case of this strain of Ebola diagnosed outside Africa.” Frieden sought to reassure the public, stating “I have no […]
Ebola U.S.A.
After a patient in Dallas tested positive for Ebola, CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden said in an evening news conference, “This is the first case of Ebola diagnosed in the U.S., and the first case of this strain of Ebola diagnosed outside Africa.” Frieden sought to reassure the public, stating “I have no doubt … this case of Ebola … will not spread widely in this country.” CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook reported only those with direct contact with the patient or his fluids c
Senate leaders reach deal to reopen government
Senate leaders reach deal to reopen governmentby wpjljron
Monday, January 22nd, 2018.Senate leaders reach deal to reopen governmentThe Senate is now voting on final passage on a three-week spending bill Monday afternoon that would reopen the government. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said ahead of the vote that he had reached a deal with Republican leaders and that Democrats would vote in favor of the bill. Senators voted earlier in the afternoon […]
The Senate is now voting on final passage on a three-week spending bill Monday afternoon that would reopen the government. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said ahead of the vote that he had reached a deal with Republican leaders and that Democrats would vote in favor of the bill.
Comey Says Trump Pressured Him to ‘Lift the Cloud’ of Inquiry – New York Timesby wpjljron
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White House briefing is off-camera again
White House briefing is off-camera againby wpjljron
Tuesday, July 18th, 2017.White House briefing is off-camera againhttp://www.sfgate.com/entertainment/television/article/White-House-briefing-is-off-camera-again-11294749.php David Bauder, Ap Television Writer Updated 5:52 pm, Monday, July 17, 2017 After nearly three weeks, Sean Spicer is returning to his podium! Nathan Rousseau smith (@fantasticmrnate) reports. Media: Buzz60 NEW YORK (AP) Cameras remained off Monday at the White House press briefing on orders of the Trump administration, sidelining one of daytime television’s […]
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Updated 5:52 pm, Monday, July 17, 2017