The White House is reportedly preparing a new seating chart for the briefing room, possibly moving major legacy outlets from their traditional front-row seats to make space for MAGA-aligned media.
For decades, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) managed seating, but the Trump administration now seeks to reshape it based on media consumption metrics.
A senior official said the aim isn’t just favorable coverage but recognizing influence and consistency. Some legacy outlets will retain seats, but visibility may shift. Critics, including WHCA president Eugene Daniels, argue the move threatens press independence by letting the administration choose favorable reporters. Politico reports a growing divide, as conservative influencers gather in a “conservative corner,” complete with livestream gear and a flashier appearance than traditional press corps. Reporters from The Daily Wire and Bannon’s “War Room” describe the scene as a mix of personal networks and political tension. The change is expected to draw backlash from mainstream media.
