Recent Events
2026 Press & Politicians Spelling Bee
June 10, 2026
Relationships between politicians and the media who cover them have become increasingly intense, but on Wednesday, June 10 in the National Press Club’s historic ballroom, fun and friendly competition will prevail as lawmakers and reporters compete in the uproariously entertaining Press &…
Read MoreImmigration Newsmaker Featuring CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott
June 9, 2026
Immigration Newsmaker Featuring CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott A conversation with the head of America’s largest law enforcement agency The Center for Immigration Studies invites you to attend an Immigration Newsmaker featuring Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Rodney Scott on…
Read MoreInstitute of the Black World 21st Century and Pan African Unity Dialogue: Emergency Fact Finding and Mutual Solidarity Delegation to Cuba
June 9, 2026
What: Press Conference When: Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 12:00 Noon EST Where: The National Press Club, Lisagor Room, 529 14th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20045 Purpose: Release Report Back and Action Agenda from the May 26 – 30, Emergency Delegation to Cuba Principal Spokesperson: Dr. Ron…
Read MoreBriefing: Covering the gas tax holiday debate
June 9, 2026
The National Press Club Journalism Institute, at 11 a.m. ET on Tuesday, June 9, will host a briefing for national and regional journalists on the debate over a proposed gas tax suspension and what it could mean for consumers, transportation funding, inflation, and state budgets. As policymakers…
Read MoreNPC Headliners: Senator Bernie Sanders
June 8, 2026
Senator Bernie Sanders will discuss the future of American politics, including artificial intelligence and the upcoming midterm elections, in a conversation with Robert Costa at a National Press Club Headliners Coffee & Conversation on Monday, June 8 at 4:00 p.m. A longtime champion for…
Read MoreCommunity Night for Young Members
June 2, 2026
Calling all Club members ages 21–35! If you are a National Press Club member categorized as a Young Member, join us on June 2 for Community Night for Young Members. Enjoy 25% off all items on the Bar Snack Menu from 6:00–8:30 p.m. and connect with peers who are in the early stages of their…
Read MoreCareer Office Hour: Finding opportunities in political journalism
June 2, 2026
The National Press Club Journalism Institute will host its third virtual Career Office Hour of the year on Tuesday, June 2, at noon ET. The event will focus on how journalists can build careers and thrive in politically focused newsrooms and news teams. The webinar will feature Coy Draytona,…
Read MoreGeneral Membership Meeting
May 29, 2026
The National Press Club will hold a General Membership Meeting on Friday, May 29 at 12 p.m. in the Conference Rooms. Please note: this meeting will not be livestreamed, so we encourage all members to attend in person. All attendees will receive a complimentary drink ticket to enjoy in the Reliable…
Read MoreCommunity Night for Press Freedom
May 27, 2026
If you’re a National Press Club member committed to protecting and strengthening a free press, join us for Community Night for Press Freedom on May 27. Enjoy 25% off all items on the Bar Snack Menu from 6:00–8:30 p.m. in the Reliable Source. Our staff will seat you with fellow members who share…
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