Independent Journal Review

In his first month, Sean Spicer has led press briefings by digging in to talking points, sparring with reporters on challenging follow-ups, and shifting the way business is done inside the briefing room — whether the media likes it or not. Who gets called on? According to an analysis by Independent Journal Review, in the first month of the Trump administration, Spicer chose to call on Fox News and affiliate national networks (Fox Business Network, Fox News Radio) more than any other outlet. How long are the briefings? According to an analysis of Sean Spicer's first month of White House press briefings, on average, Spicer's briefings lasted 43 minutes. While these briefings are shorter than those held by Obama administration press secretaries, they tended to be longer than those held by George W. Bush administration officials.