Mike Balsamo
mikebalsamo.bsky.social
Mike Balsamo
@mikebalsamo.bsky.social
U.S. Law Enforcement Editor @AP | 118th President @PressClubDC | Former DOJ, NYC & LA reporter | Long Island roots | Taco enthusiast 🌮 | Tips? MBalsamo@ap.org
When you remove the journalists who report the news, you don’t need to shut down a newsroom to silence it.

What’s happening at Voice of America is a direct threat to independent journalism in the U.S.

Full @pressclubdc.bsky.social statement:
March 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Grateful beyond words for my incredible @apnews.com colleagues who came out to celebrate my inauguration as the 118th president of the National Press Club. Your support means the world and I’m honored to stand alongside such dedicated journalists. Here’s to the work ahead!
February 8, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Honored beyond words to be elected the 118th president of the National Press Club. This is the honor of a lifetime and a moment of immense responsibility. Now more than ever, we must defend press freedom, support journalists and ensure a vibrant future for our industry.
December 7, 2024 at 4:57 PM