Trump to Attend White House Correspondents' Dinner April 25 for First Time as President

President Donald Trump announced he will attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, breaking his long-standing boycott of the annual event. This will be his first time attending as president, despite serving two non-consecutive terms.

First Lady Melania Trump is also set to attend the dinner, according to the White House. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on social media that the evening "will be fun!"

The decision comes at a complicated time. Trump has repeatedly attacked the news media throughout his political career and has made threats about jailing journalists. Some newsrooms are now wrestling with whether to attend the event.

The White House Correspondents' Dinner is an annual gathering that brings together journalists, politicians, and celebrities. It traditionally features jokes and speeches, including remarks from the president. The event celebrates the relationship between the press and the presidency, though that relationship has been strained during Trump's time in office.