Whether you’re getting your news from the White House press office, an online political gossip site, or a trusted local radio station, it’s important to make sure that what you’re reading is factual. Credible news adheres to certain standards and ethics, like citing sources and including a byline and dateline. It also offers a variety of perspectives to help you make up your own mind on an issue.
As the campaign season continues, 59% of Americans say they are following election news very or fairly closely. But a large share of voters have seen made-up information that is intended to mislead, which has created confusion in the election process and harmed their confidence in political news. Here are a few tips for getting the most trustworthy presidential news.
July 21, 2025
Amid the political revolving door, many voters are wondering who will lead them through this turbulent time. Meanwhile, the White House faces questions about its handling of Jeffrey Epstein and the alleged involvement of President Trump himself. The USDA seeks to collect the sensitive data of tens of millions of people who receive food assistance. And a new law in Texas would clarify the state’s abortion ban.
In a news conference, the President meets with multiple members of the media in a formal setting. This category includes conferences that are primarily “on the record” and those that are televised in prime time. There are also occasional off-the-record and non-televised events.
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