WHCA Cancels Amber Ruffin as Annual Dinner Host After White House Complaints

The White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) has decided to remove comedian Amber Ruffin from hosting its annual dinner on April 26, following concerns raised by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Budowich regarding her past comments about the Trump administration. WHCA President Eugene Daniels announced the unanimous decision to eliminate comedic performances this year, emphasizing the need to focus on honoring journalistic excellence rather than political division. Ruffin had previously expressed a desire to critique the Trump administration harshly, referring to them as 'murderers,' which heightened tensions around the event. This decision reflects broader concerns about the appropriateness of political humor in the current climate, particularly with Trump expected to continue skipping the event. The WHCA aims to celebrate the First Amendment and the free press during this year's dinner instead of the traditional comedic roasting of attendees. The change has sparked discussions on the relationship between the press and the administrations they cover.