Ink Stained Wretches Of Fools in Pools
Mar 1, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into the White House's control over press coverage, sparking a discussion on media freedom and representation. They critique MSNBC's programming shake-ups and reflect on Lester Holt's retirement from NBC. The conversation touches on media portrayals of marginalized communities impacted by disasters and challenges to Biden's cognitive abilities. With a dash of humor, they also explore obsession with free samples at consumer conferences, contrasting the absurdity with serious media dynamics.
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White House Press Pool Control
- The White House is taking control of the press pool, potentially to solidify their decision to boot the Associated Press (AP).
- This move may be a way to avoid viewpoint discrimination claims, as they're now controlling all access.
Trump, Comey, and the Special Counsel
- Trump's firing of James Comey, because of the Russia investigation, led to a special counsel probe.
- Similarly, the White House's stated reason for booting AP could lead to legal trouble.
History and Purpose of the Press Pool
- The press pool was designed to share access advantages and disadvantages evenly.
- The White House's new approach lets them choose who gets access, potentially favoring outlets like Axios and The Blaze.