What to know about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, take two
Summary
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner, an annual event where journalists and politicians meet, was rescheduled to July 24 after a shooting attempt in April. President Donald Trump, who had skipped the dinner during his first term, will attend this year with heightened security. The dinner raises debates about the relationship and ethics between the press and political leaders.Key Facts
- The dinner was first scheduled for April but was postponed due to a gunman trying to attack President Trump.
- President Trump has changed his stance and is attending the dinner this year.
- The event will be held at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington, DC, not the Washington Hilton.
- The dinner is a fundraiser charging $480 per ticket, supporting journalism awards and scholarships.
- Critics say the dinner blurs lines between reporters and politicians and can harm public trust in journalism.
- The event often features celebrities and media personalities, which some say shifts focus away from serious news.
- Previous dinners have seen controversial performances, like a comedian’s critical show in 2018.
- The president’s attendance this year will have increased security measures due to the prior attack attempt.
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