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10/22/2025

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10/20/2025

Applications for the inaugural Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, celebrating the power of visual design to elevate journalism, inform communities, and deepen public understanding of complex issues, are now being accepted. Submit your best work by October 24.

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Applications for the inaugural Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence in Visual Storytelling, celebrating the power of visual design to elevate journalism, inform communities, and deepen public understanding of complex issues, are now being accepted. Submit your best work by 11:59 p.m. ET Oct. 24. The an...

10/15/2025

Last week, we welcomed acclaimed filmmakers Grima Irmudottir, Pamela Hogan and Hrafnhildur Gunnarsdóttir, and Iceland's Ambassador to the United States Svanhildur Hólm Valsdóttir for a screening of "The Day Iceland Stood Still."

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Filmmakers Grima Irmudottir, Pamela Hogan and Hrafnhildur Gunnarsdóttir and Iceland's Ambassador to the United States Svanhildur Hólm Valsdóttir took part in a screening of "The Day Iceland Stood Still" on October 8, 2025. The screening was followed by a panel discussion on gender equality in Ice...

10/03/2025

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 – The National Press Club is deeply concerned about the removal of journalist Mario Guevara and the chilling signal it sends to those who report in the United States. When reporters fear that telling the truth could lead to deportation, press freedom is under threat.

Freedom of the press, protected by the First Amendment, applies to everyone who gathers and publishes news — no matter their citizenship. This case shows how immigration status can be weaponized against reporters, deterring the watchdog journalism the public depends on. That is dangerous for journalists and for the nation’s right to know.

We are also deeply concerned for Mr. Guevara’s safety now that he has been returned to El Salvador, where he has previously been targeted. U.S. officials must ensure that immigration enforcement is not used — even inadvertently — to intimidate or silence the press.

For more than a century, the National Press Club has championed press freedom at home and abroad. We urge leaders across government to protect that principle and ensure journalists can report without fear.

09/29/2025

The National Press Club Journalism Institute has opened applications for the Pamela Tobey Award for Excellence. This annual design award recognizes visual storytelling that pushes the boundaries beyond text, and rewards creative uses of data visualization, interactivity, photography, videography, audio, illustration, and other emerging tools. Successful entries will utilize several modern and/or emerging tools to design innovative storytelling for digital audiences.

Please note: This is a holistic design award, not a photography- or videography-specific award. Entries may include one or both of these visual categories as an element of the overall story design.

Apply at the link ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dX-6BRVp

09/24/2025

When you become a member of the National Press Club, you gain access to a unique professional network, exclusive events with high-profile newsmakers, cutting-edge educational programming to advance your career, and a welcoming social club in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C.

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When you become a member of the National Press Club, you gain access to a unique professional network, exclusive events with high-profile newsmakers, cutting-edge educational programming to advance your career and a welcoming social club in the heart of downtown Washington where you can relax and en...

09/22/2025

Robert Costa, National Correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and Chief Washington Analyst for CBS News, will receive the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award on December 9!

This top honor recognizes journalists who have made a lasting impact on the field. Costa is celebrated for his fearless political reporting, sharp analysis, and standout interviews - like his exclusive sit-down with President Biden.

From his Emmy-winning work on CBS Sunday Morning to his coverage of the 2022 and 2024 campaigns, Costa continues to set the standard for independent, fact-based journalism.

Join us in celebrating Robert Costa's incredible achievements! Tickets for the gala are available now - don’t miss out.

Join the National Press Club in honoring Robert Costa of CBS News, ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ with its top journalism excellence award.

09/20/2025

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 — Today, National Press Club President Mike Balsamo released the following statement on the Pentagon’s new pledge requirement for reporters:

“The Pentagon is now demanding that journalists sign a pledge not to obtain or report any information — even if unclassified — unless it has been expressly authorized by the government. This is a direct assault on independent journalism at the very place where independent scrutiny matters most: the U.S. military.

For generations, Pentagon reporters have provided the public with vital information about how wars are fought, how defense dollars are spent, and how decisions are made that put American lives at risk. That work has only been possible because reporters could seek out facts without needing government permission.

If the news about our military must first be approved by the government, then the public is no longer getting independent reporting. It is getting only what officials want them to see. That should alarm every American.

Independent reporting on the military is essential to democracy. It is what allows citizens to hold leaders accountable and ensures that decisions of war and peace are made in the light of day. This pledge undermines that principle, and the National Press Club calls on the Pentagon to rescind it immediately.

This crackdown also comes at a time when the nation is witnessing a devastating hollowing out of defense trade publications, just as rigorous, independent coverage of military and national security issues has never been more essential.”

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today released the following statement on the Pentagon’s new pledge requirement for reporters: “The Pentagon is now demanding that journalists sign a pledge not to obtain or report any information — even if unclassified — un...

09/17/2025

WASHINGTON, September 17 -- Today, the National Press Club urged the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to withdraw a proposed rule that would sharply restrict the ability of foreign correspondents to live and work in the United States. The proposal would replace the long-standing "duration of status" system with fixed admission periods of 240 days, and just 90 days for Chinese nationals.

"For 117 years, the National Press Club has welcomed foreign correspondents to Washington," said Mike Balsamo, 118th President of the Club. "Foreign journalists are not guests in our democracy — they are witnesses to it. Their reporting has told the story of America through world wars, civil rights struggles, and the end of the Cold War. This rule would make that work harder, not easier."

The Club warned that the rule risks triggering retaliation against American reporters overseas. "When we treat journalists differently based on nationality, we invite other countries to do the same," Balsamo said. "In 2020, U.S. reporters were expelled from China amid visa disputes. We cannot afford to put our own journalists at risk by setting that precedent here."

The Club stressed that the proposal also threatens America’s reputation as a safe harbor for reporters fleeing persecution. "Uncertainty and bureaucracy are the enemies of strong reporting," Balsamo said. "A free press doesn’t stop at America’s borders. It depends on correspondents who can work here without fear their time will run out."

The National Press Club called on DHS to maintain the current system and reaffirm the United States’ role as a global leader in press freedom.

Editors Note: The National Press Club and the Press Freedom Center plan to submit a public comment to this proposed rule change from DHS, following the substance of this statement.

09/17/2025

Robert Redford, as one of the great box office heartthrobs, caused a huge stir when he appeared at the National Press Club on September 13, 1994. The passing of this legendary actor and film director this week at the age of 89 brings to mind that day, with a packed ballroom and Club members demanding entry to the pre-luncheon reception.

09/16/2025

New from the Broadcast Operations Center:

The BOC is currently deep in creative brainstorming sessions, exploring how to integrate the latest AI-powered tools from the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite into their production workflows. With features like Adobe Firefly’s generative image capabilities and smart editing enhancements in Premiere Pro and Photoshop, they're envisioning faster turnarounds, more dynamic visual storytelling, and new ways to elevate their broadcast content. The goal: to harness AI not just for efficiency, but to unlock fresh creative possibilities across every frame.

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09/16/2025

Robert Costa, a national correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will accept the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award during a gala in his honor on December 9 in Washington, D.C.

The award is the Club’s most esteemed prize and recognizes journalists who have made significant contributions to the field.

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Robert Costa, a national correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will accept the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award during a gala in his honor on Dec. 9 in Washington. The award recognizes journalists who have made significant contributions to the f...