What role does the White House Press Secretary play in the Trump era?
Following the brief tenure of Katie Zacharia, the role of the White House Press Secretary is being re-examined. Former spokesperson John Kirby discusses the inherent tension between serving the president's agenda and maintaining transparency with the public.
Why it matters
The role of the press secretary is vital for democratic accountability, and recent instability in the position raises questions about the administration's communication strategy.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Adm. John Kirby, who had spokesperson roles in the Obama and Biden administrations, about the utility of the role of the White House Press Secretary.
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