The Inauguration of Mike Balsamo - 118th President of the National Press Club

On Friday evening February 7, 2025, one of the great traditions in Press Club culture will take place as hundreds from the journalism and educational communities join to celebrate the Inauguration of Mike Balsamo the 118th President of the National Press Club.

Mike Balsamo is the national law enforcement editor for The Associated Press, helping to lead coverage of criminal justice, breaking news, and strategic initiatives across the U.S. With extensive experience in law enforcement reporting, Balsamo has covered some of the nation’s most significant stories, including the Justice Department under the Trump administration, the special counsel's Russia investigation, and criminal cases involving Donald Trump. He is a two-time winner of the White House Correspondents’ Association Award for Deadline Reporting and a finalist for the Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting. Before moving to Washington, he reported for the AP in Los Angeles and New York City.

• 6:30 PM - Cocktail Reception
• 7:30 PM - Dinner & Program
• 9:30 PM - Cocktails
• Attire: Black Tie Optional