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Ilikepurple

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9. I'm torn, because I think journalism should also hold journalism to account.

Wed Apr 22, 2026, 03:40 PM

Apr 22

There feel there needs to be eyes on this event that are critical of Trump’s relationship with the press. If enough of the media boycotted it, perhaps Trump wouldn’t be invited, but I’m guessing it would just narrow the range of political bias of those attending. I’m not sure journalism is being protected by not attending an event that might lay bare how far the media has bent to Trump’s charms. The less independent critical media attending, the more one-sided the coverage and edited snippets will probably be. The President’s relationship with the media is as newsworthy as any time in my life. This might be the event that makes it easy to encapsulate.

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Huff Post: Trump will attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner. We sure won't. [View all] riversedge Apr 22 OP

I would have preferred a noisy walkout Bobstandard Apr 22 #1

Yes! I thought of that as well. Make a statement . LiberalLovinLug Apr 22 #4

And once the first question is asked, Bobstandard Apr 22 #5

I respect the stand they're taking MustLoveBeagles Apr 22 #2

I respect their decision. 👍👍 He always disrespects the press TommieMommy Apr 22 #3

Impressed. senseandsensibility Apr 22 #6

Who wants to hear great-grandpa.... SergeStorms Apr 22 #7

Kick. N/T Upthevibe Apr 22 #8

I'm torn, because I think journalism should also hold journalism to account. Ilikepurple Apr 22 #9

I wouldn't be dissapointed to see White House Correspondents' Dinner come to an end. progressoid Apr 22 #10

I hope they all boycott it... FakeNoose Apr 22 #11

Trump's 'revenge' meltdown plans leak for White House Correspondents' Dinner: report LetMyPeopleVote Thursday #12