Undercurrents Karoline Leavitt escalates MAGA war on legacy media
Jan 28, 2025
A young White House press secretary faces tough questions about immigration and rising egg prices. Her confrontational style raises eyebrows as she navigates traditional and social media dynamics. The discussion highlights the shift in press relations with influencers now in the mix. Insights into new FAA drone authorizations bring transparency concerns to light, while the complexities of federal aid funding are scrutinized. Balancing honesty and media relations proves challenging in this evolving landscape.
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Evolution of Press Secretaries
- Emily Jashinsky analyzed the evolution of Republican White House press secretaries.
- She highlighted Kayleigh McEnany's effective "cheerful demolition" strategy using "receipts."
New Media Access
- Karoline Leavitt invited social media influencers to apply for White House credentials, expanding access beyond traditional news outlets.
- This move suggests a broader approach to media engagement.
Balancing Media Engagement
- Leavitt gave the first briefing questions to Mike Allen (Axios) and Matthew Boyle (Breitbart).
- This signifies an attempt to balance engagement with both conventional and new media outlets.