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White House Correspondents' Association Cancels Plans to Feature Comedian Amber Ruffin at Annual Dinner


Published on 2025-03-29 23:24:41 - Variety
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  • The White House Correspondents' Association has canceled plans to have comedian Amber Ruffin perform at its annual dinner on April 26.

The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) has decided to cancel plans to have comedian Amber Ruffin perform at its annual dinner, opting instead for a more serious tone amid ongoing global conflicts and domestic political tensions. This decision reflects a shift from the traditional format of the dinner, which often includes comedic roasts of politicians and journalists. The dinner, scheduled for April 27, will now focus on the importance of a free press and its role in democracy, with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris expected to attend. The change comes in light of recent events, including the war in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict, highlighting the need for a more somber reflection on the state of journalism and its challenges.

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