Kelly O'Donnell Leads as WHCA President, Advocates for Media Access

As president of the White House Correspondents' Association, Kelly O'Donnell emphasizes the importance of media access and the role of journalism in democracy.

• Kelly O'Donnell, NBC News senior White House correspondent, serves as this year's WHCA president, focusing on media access and journalistic standards.
• The White House Correspondents' Dinner, hosted by Colin Jost, highlights the association's role beyond the annual event.
• O'Donnell discusses the challenges faced by journalists, including layoffs and the need for public support of professional news.
• As WHCA president, O'Donnell manages daily operations and advocates for the press at the White House, ensuring diverse media representation.
• O'Donnell's tenure at NBC News marks 30 years, aligning with her leadership role at the WHCA, emphasizing her commitment to journalism.

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