The foreign press at the White House now has a clear and structured point of reference, thanks to the initiative of the Piedmontese journalist Daniele Compatangelo, president of the association White House Foreign Correspondents Association (WHFCA)
Founded in May 2025 together with international colleagues, the association WHFCA It is a new, democratic and transparent body, created with the aim of giving maximum participation for all foreign journalists accredited at the White House. Over fifty newspapers from all over the world are now part of the group, including Evening Courier, LA7, Sky Tg24, Sky News Arabia and Australia, Al Jazeera Online, CBC Canada, Channel 14 e i24 News in Israel, and numerous European, Asian, African and South American media.
“"When we began planning the group," Daniele explains, "the goal was simple: to create an organization that would allow every foreign journalist to have a voice, participate, and access information in a clear and shared way. We wanted a space where professionalism and rigor were at the heart of daily work."”
Transparency and participation
La WHFCA it was born as an organ democratic and representativeEvery decision is voted on by members, procedures are transparent, and interaction with the Presidential Press Office is structured and direct. This allows journalists to work in a coordinated manner, sharing essential information and updates, and ensuring the public receives complete and accurate information.
“The idea is simple but powerful – explains Daniele – la Briefing Room It shouldn't just be a place for live broadcasts or quick articles: it should become a space for discussion, collaboration, and international dialogue. Through chat and mailing lists, we can exchange advice, news, and updates, improving our work and that of our colleagues every day..”
The journalist's experience
Daniele brings with him over fifteen years of experience in the United States, first in Los Angeles with Mediaset, then in Washington with Half an Hour More e LA7. His knowledge of American politics and international journalistic dynamics has allowed him to build a bridge between the foreign press and the administration, facilitating more efficient, professional, and coordinated work.
“Journalism here means moving carefully through information, engaging in dialogue with colleagues, and ensuring that every question is precise and thoughtful. - explains - Collaboration between foreign journalists is essential: exchanging experiences and suggestions helps us provide clearer and more reliable information.”
A model for the foreign press
La WHFCA is today a model of professionalism and pluralism, a united group that represents foreign journalists and facilitates their daily work. Thanks to this initiative, the international press has a common, democratic, and recognized voice, capable of coordinating its presence at the White House, share strategic information and ensure the public has complete and structured information.
“Our group demonstrates that collaboration and transparency can make the difference – concludes Daniele Compatangelo – The foreign press today has a point of reference that allows it to work with rigor and professionalism, reporting on the White House and American politics in a way that is clear and accessible to all.”
