White House Marks 100 Days of Trump’s Second Term with Media Reform

The Trump administration has reinstated several White House press credentials that were previously revoked during President Biden’s tenure, signaling what officials describe as a commitment to broader press access and media diversity.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, speaking at a briefing marking President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in his second term, said the move reflects a deliberate shift toward engaging a wider range of voices in American journalism.

“We’re seeing a transformation in how Americans consume news,” Leavitt stated. “With trust in legacy media at historic lows, it is only fair that the White House open its doors to alternative, independent, and digital outlets that represent the views of millions of Americans.”

Media Landscape and Policy Contrast

The decision comes amid criticism from conservative and independent journalists who were denied access under the previous administration. Leavitt emphasized that the press should not be an echo chamber, and the Trump administration was “correcting course” by broadening access to voices outside mainstream networks.

In her remarks, Leavitt also drew contrasts with the Biden administration, accusing it of fostering an environment of “selective transparency” and favoring only media outlets aligned with its political ideology.

“This administration will not penalize dissent. We welcome hard questions, but from everyone, not just a curated few.”

100-Day Reflections

As the Trump White House celebrates its first 100 days back in office, Leavitt also highlighted other key accomplishments, including:

• Executive orders on immigration enforcement and border security

• Energy sector deregulation efforts aimed at boosting U.S. fossil fuel production

• Trade policy reviews focused on tariff restructuring

• Moves to reassert American sovereignty in global institutions

President Trump is expected to address the nation later this week to outline the administration’s legislative goals for the remainder of the year, including tax reform, education choice initiatives, and foreign policy strategies.