Trump to Attend WHCD for First Time as President

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President Trump plans to attend the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on April 25, marking the first time he’s done so as president. The move breaks with his long-running boycott of the event and adds extra attention to a dinner that’s usually built around press humor and political ribbing.

Why it matters

Trump had skipped the dinner throughout his first term and also missed the event last year, often criticizing the press and the comedians who roast the president. This year’s appearance is notable because it comes as the WHCD returns to its traditional role of mixing journalism, politics, and entertainment.

What to expect

Reports say Trump has been preparing his own jokes and may lean into a roast of the media rather than sit quietly through one. The event is also expected to be different because there will be no comedian on stage roasting him back this year.