White House Press Secretary[]
The White House Press Secretary is the primary spokesperson for the President of the United States and the administration. They are responsible for communicating the administration’s policies, positions, and responses to current events to the media and the public.
Key Responsibilities:[]
- Conducting Daily Press Briefings: Provides official statements and answers questions from journalists in the White House Press Room.
- Crafting and Delivering Messaging: Ensures the administration’s messaging aligns with the President’s agenda.
- Handling Media Relations: Manages relationships with reporters and news organizations.
- Responding to National and Global Events: Addresses breaking news, crises, and government actions on behalf of the White House.
- Advising the President and Staff: Helps shape communication strategies based on media trends and public perception.
As a highly visible role, the Press Secretary must be skilled in public speaking, crisis communication, and political strategy while maintaining transparency and control over the administration’s narrative.
Past White House Press Secretaries (In Scandal)[]
Britta Kagen † - (Until her death)
James Novak † - (Until his death)
Abby Whelan - (Until she was promoted to White House Chief of Staff)
Marcus Walker - (Until his resignation)
Sheila Parson - (Deputy Press Secretary who filled in after James death)
Current White House Press Secretary (In Scandal)[]
Audrey Campo - (Current WHPS)