White House Tightens Access to Press Secretary’s Office for Journalists
Washington, D.C. — The White House has implemented new restrictions limiting journalists’ access to the offices of Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and other senior communications officials. The measure, announced Friday, applies to areas in the West Wing near the Oval Office.
According to a memorandum issued by the National Security Council, journalists will no longer be able to enter Room 140, commonly known as “Upper Press,” without arranging a prior appointment. The policy cites the need to safeguard potentially sensitive information and takes effect immediately.
The move marks a shift in how the White House manages press access to its central communications team, which has traditionally allowed reporters a degree of proximity for briefings and informal interactions. Critics argue that such restrictions could limit transparency, while officials say the changes are necessary for security and operational efficiency.
The new rule comes amid broader discussions on press access and transparency in government communications, highlighting the ongoing balancing act between national security and media oversight
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