Bates describes White House press operations: coordinating interviews, offering transcripts and advising reporters Bates told the committee that much of his contact with senior advisers and cabinet members was driven by reporter inquiries and media narratives. He described providing context, arranging interviews for cabinet members, receiving offered transcripts from Hill staff, and preparing press "binders" and talking points for the press secretary.

Andrew Bates reveals the intricate dance between the White House press team and the media, shedding light on how they shaped narratives and managed crucial inquiries.

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