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National Press Club Applauds Federal Ruling Affirming Press Access and Rejecting Retaliation Against The Associated Press
WASHINGTON, April 8 — The National Press Club today praised the federal court ruling affirming that viewpoint discrimination against journalists is unconstitutional, calling it a vital step toward restoring accountability and safeguarding the public’s right to know. “This is a critical victory for press freedom and the public’s right to independent reporting about the highest levels of government,” said National Press Club President Mike Balsamo. “This ruling affirms that the government cannot punish a news organization for its independent editorial decisions.” In his decision, U.S. District…
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Press Freedom Center at National Press Club Announces 2025 Advisory Board
WASHINGTON, April 9 – In a critical moment for press freedom around the world, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club today announced the formation of its Advisory Board. This distinguished group of journalists, attorneys, and experts will guide the organization as it works tirelessly to protect journalists in crisis, uphold press freedom, and provide essential support to those at risk for their work. As press freedom faces growing challenges globally, the Advisory Board will play an integral role in shaping the Center's initiatives, ensuring it remains at the forefront of…
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National Press Club Statement on Mass Layoffs at Middle East Broadcasting Networks
WASHINGTON, April 14 — In response to the mass layoffs at Middle East Broadcasting Networks/Alhurra and the scaling back of its programming, National Press Club President Mike Balsamo issued the following statement: “Silencing journalists silences the people they serve. The collapse of MBN/Alhurra is a devastating blow not only to its newsroom, but to millions across the Middle East who relied on its reporting. This is not just a funding cut — it's a deliberate dismantling of independent journalism at a time when the need for trusted news has never been greater. As misinformation spreads and…
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Press Freedom Center: Excluding Wire Services Undermines Public Access to Information
WASHINGTON, April 16 — The following is a statement from National Press Club President Mike Balsamo: “Wire services like The Associated Press, Reuters and Bloomberg are essential to how Americans get their news. Their reporting is the backbone of local newspapers, radio broadcasts, and evening newscasts across the country. Excluding these organizations from the White House press pool limits the public’s access to accurate, timely information about their own government. This decision is clearly retaliatory — and it’s the public who loses when trusted news sources are sidelined. A free and…
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Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club to Host Virtual Event on Purpose and Future of Journalism
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-725-7787 or [email protected] for the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club News Advisory: Event What is Journalism For? A conversation with Jon Allsop Who Jon Allsop, author and freelance journalist whose work has appeared in the New York Review of Books, The New Yorker, and The Atlantic. Bill McCarren, Director, Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club Where This event is virtual: click here to register/join. When Tuesday, April 22, 3:00PM EST Details On April 22, 2025, at 3:00PM, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club will host a…
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World Press Freedom Week – Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club May 1-2, 2025
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-725-7534 or [email protected] for the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club News Advisory: As attacks on journalists escalate worldwide, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club will host a critical week of conversations leading up to World Press Freedom Day 2025. Throughout the week, frontline reporters, editors, exiled journalists, and press freedom advocates will gather in Washington to confront growing threats and highlight the urgent fight to defend a free press at home and abroad. From the plight of imprisoned journalists to the battle…
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Press Freedom Center: Federal judge’s ruling in VOA case a win for First Amendment
WASHINGTON, April 22 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo issued the following statement today on a federal judge’s ruling in the Voice of America case: “Today’s ruling by Judge Lamberth is a clear win for the First Amendment and for the journalists at Voice of America who’ve endured weeks of disruption and uncertainty. This decision reaffirms a vital principle: that news organizations must be free to operate without political interference — especially when their mission is to deliver independent, fact-based reporting to people in places where press freedom is under threat. The…
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100+ Global Journalism Leaders Urge China to Free Journalist Dong Yuyu
WASHINGTON, April 23 — Today, more than 100 prominent figures from the global journalism and media community released an open letter in support of Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, calling for his immediate acquittal. The National Press Club is proud to amplify this message and stand alongside those demanding justice. “This letter is a statement of principle: press freedom is not a crime. Dong Yuyu was doing what journalists everywhere do—speaking openly, asking questions, engaging with the world. His conviction strikes at the heart of free expression, and we call for it to be overturned,” said…
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National Press Club Statement on Unjust Reincarceration of Journalist José Rubén Zamora
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 – Following is a statement from Emily Wilkins, 117th President of the National Press Club, on today’s court ruling ordering journalist José Rubén Zamora to return to jail in Guatemala. “We are deeply troubled by the decision of an appeals court to order the re-incarceration of news publisher José Rubén Zamora in what we consider to be a baseless and vindictive case brought by the Guatemalan government. “This ruling is both heartless and unjust, particularly considering the charges of asset and money laundering that led to Zamora’s conviction. These charges appear to have…
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Update: Press Briefing on Resumption of Jimmy Lai’s Trial, Nov. 20 at 9:00 a.m
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-662-7534 for the National Press Club UPDATED (adding information about recent UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention finding in Lai’s case) News Advisory: Event: Press Briefing on the National Security trial of Jimmy Lai, former publisher of Apple Daily. When: 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20 Where: National Press Club, 13th Floor, National Press Building, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045 - Zenger Room Who: Sebastien Lai, son of Jimmy Lai; Caoilfhionn Gallagher, head of Jimmy Lai’s international legal team; Jason Rezaian, The Washington Post; Bill McCarren,…
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