Press Releases
National Press Club Statement on Dong Yuyu’s Appeal Extension
October 10, 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 – Following is a statement from Mike Balsamo, president of the National Press Club: “We understand from the family of Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu that the deadline for the Beijing High Court ruling on his appeal has again been extended from Oct.13, 2025 to January 13, 2026. This…
Read MoreStatement from National Press Club President Mike Balsamo on the Deportation of Journalist Mario Guevara
October 3, 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 – The National Press Club is deeply concerned about the removal of journalist Mario Guevara and the chilling signal it sends to those who report in the United States. When reporters fear that telling the truth could lead to deportation, press freedom is under threat. Freedom of…
Read MorePress Freedom Center at National Press Club Announces New Additions to Advisory Board
October 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 – In a critical moment for press freedom around the world, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club today announced the addition of three new members to its Advisory Board. This distinguished group of journalists, attorneys, and experts guide the organization as it…
Read MoreNational Press Club Statement on Pentagon Restrictions That Threaten Independent Reporting
September 19, 2025
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today released the following statement on the Pentagon’s new pledge requirement for reporters: “The Pentagon is now demanding that journalists sign a pledge not to obtain or report any information — even if unclassified — unless it…
Read MoreNational Press Club Calls on DHS to Withdraw Journalist Visa Proposal
September 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, September 17-- The National Press Club today urged the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to withdraw a proposed rule that would sharply restrict the ability of foreign correspondents to live and work in the United States. The proposal would replace the long-standing “duration of…
Read MoreNational Press Club: Journalists Must Not Be Targets After Five Killed in Gaza
August 25, 2025
WASHINGTON, August 25 – The National Press Club is gravely concerned by reports that five journalists were killed today in Gaza when Israeli airstrikes struck Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. According to health officials and press organizations, those killed included: Mariam Abu Dagga, 33, a…
Read MoreRobert Costa of CBS News, ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ to accept National Press Club’s highest honor
August 21, 2025
Robert Costa, a national correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will accept the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award during a gala in his honor on Dec. 9 in Washington. The award recognizes journalists who have made significant contributions to the…
Read MoreNational Press Club to Honor Imprisoned Chinese Journalist Dong Yuyu With President’s Award; Renews Call for His Release
August 20, 2025
WASHINGTON — The National Press Club announced today it will present its distinguished President’s Award for 2025 to Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, a respected editor and columnist who has been imprisoned in Beijing since February 2022 after being convicted on espionage charges he is appealing. “…
Read MoreUpdated Schedule for Press Freedom Center Full Day Conference on Austin Tice Case on Aug. 14
August 13, 2025
News Advisory What On August 14, the Press Freedom Center will host a full-day conference examining new developments in the past year in Austin’s case in government, media, and intelligence. Below is an updated itinerary with information on events and speakers. RSVP and Details Tickets cost $35 per…
Read MoreNational Press Club Statement on Death of Al Jazeera Journalist in Gaza
August 10, 2025
WASHINGTON, August 10 – The National Press Club is saddened and troubled by reports from Al Jazeera that its correspondent, Anas al-Sharif, was killed today in Gaza. The network says al-Sharif, 28, died after a tent for journalists outside the main gate of al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City was struck…
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