Republican leaders in the Senate are resisting growing calls to limit press access, despite restrictions being imposed elsewhere in Washington. While the White House has barred certain news outlets and some GOP lawmakers advocate for tighter controls on Capitol press access, Senate Republicans maintain they have no plans to change the current system. The chamber’s open approach allows reporters greater direct interaction with lawmakers than in other parts of the government. The contrast highlights a divide within the party over media relations and transparency.
President Trump has barred news outlets from the White House, and a prominent GOP congresswoman is making noise about restricting press access to parts of the Capitol. But Republicans in the Senate, where reporters have more direct access to lawmakers than anywhere in Washington, say they're content with the status quo. Senate Majority Leader John...
