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 &…

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Immigration 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…

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Liz Kelly

June 9, 2026

The Cosgrove room will be reserved for a private member event 

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Institute 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…

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Briefing: 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…

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NPC 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…

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Community 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…

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Career 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,…

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General 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…

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Community 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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