Periodical Press Gallery Reporters
REPORTERS
How do I know a reporter really works for the publication they claim as an employer?
All Washington-based reporters (other than those who work for trade association, government, or
affiliational publications) carry a Congressional press card issued by the Media Galleries. Any
reporter seeking access to your office, press conferences, or Committee hearing should be asked
to display their Congressional photo identification card. In addition, the Congressional Directory
lists the office phone numbers for accredited news media. To verify their assignment, please call the
printed phone number and not the phone number they gave verbally.
How do I find a list of the reporters accredited to the Periodical Press Gallery?
The Congressional Directory lists all reporters holding Congressional credentials. Current
information can be obtained from the Gallery Office, H-304, The Capitol, x52941.