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WHCA Cancels Amber Ruffin's Performance at 2025 Dinner

The White House Correspondents' Association opts to forgo a comedic act, citing a focus on journalistic excellence and avoiding divisive politics.

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Amber Ruffin attends the Comic Relief Live Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on December 09, 2024 in New York City.
Amber Ruffin has been dropped by the White House Correspondents' Association ahead of its dinner in April.

Overview

  • The WHCA announced the cancellation of comedian Amber Ruffin's performance at its April 26, 2025, dinner after controversial remarks she made about the Trump administration.
  • WHCA President Eugene Daniels stated the decision was unanimous and aimed to shift the event's focus from political division to honoring journalistic achievements.
  • The Trump administration criticized Ruffin for calling them 'murderers' during a recent podcast appearance, intensifying tensions between the White House and the press association.
  • This marks only the second time in recent history, outside of pandemic years, that the WHCA dinner will proceed without a comedic performance.
  • Broader disputes over press freedom and access, including the White House's control over the press pool, continue to strain relations between the WHCA and the Trump administration.