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About Gerren Keith Gaynor

White House Correspondent and Managing Editor of Politics
Gerren Keith Gaynor is the White House Correspondent and Managing Editor of Politics at theGrio, based in Washington, DC. As a member of the White House press corps and presidential press pool, he provides essential on-the-ground reporting for Black and LGBTQ+ communities. His leadership was instrumental in theGrio becoming the first Black-owned digital news outlet to secure a seat in the White House press briefing room.

Since 2021, Gerren has covered two presidential administrations, with a career highlight being his interview of Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 election cycle. As a Black, queer journalist, he is dedicated to bringing visibility to political spaces where diversity has historically been lacking. His expertise is frequently sought after by major networks, including CNN, MSNBC, Cheddar TV, Revolt News, and Fox Soul.

Gerren's impactful work has earned him numerous accolades, including being named one of Forbes’ "10 Black LGBTQ+ Figures And Activists to Know" and a "Power 50" honoree by the Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA). He is also a two-time "Native Son 101" honoree and recipient of the "James Baldwin Storyteller Award.”

 
Areas of Expertise

White House & Capitol Hill Reporting
National Politics
Black & LGBTQ+ Advocacy
Editorial Management
Multimedia Political Commentary

Professional Experience

White House Correspondent & Managing Editor of Politics — theGrio (Present)
White House Press Pool Member — (2021–Present)
Managing Editor — theGrio

Education

Master of Science in Journalism — Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in English — Morehouse College

All Articles

Kamala Harris, theGrio.com
July 9, 2026
"We continue to be outraged by the horrific and cruel actions of ICE under the Trump Administration," said the 2024…
Lonnie Bunch, theGrio.com
July 9, 2026
Lonnie Bunch writes, "Our work is driven by scholarship, accuracy, and an uncompromising commitment to tell the fullness of America’s…
July 9, 2026
"What other profession has the power to take somebody's life in the middle of a street?" said U.S. Rep. Christian…
July 4, 2026
From the legacy of slavery to today’s battles over voting rights, education, and reparations, Black leaders say America’s work is
Student Loan Debt, theGrio.com
June 30, 2026
Many changes to the federal student loan system will take effect following President Trump's signing of the "One Big Beautiful…
Donald Trump, birthright citizenship, theGrio.com
June 30, 2026
Trump's call for Congress to do what he was unable to through executive power is unlikely to succeed, given the…
Ketanji Brown Jackson, Birthright citizenship, Clarence Thomas, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
June 30, 2026
Jackson gives a history lesson on the fight to extend citizenship rights in the U.S. and how Black Americans' advocacy…
Donald Trump, Supreme Court, Mail-In Ballot, theGrio.com
June 29, 2026
"These rare victories should energize everyone to show up at the polls," said NAACP President Derrick Johnson.
Donald Trump, Lisa Cook, Federal Reserve, theGrio.com
June 29, 2026
Despite granting Trump broad authority to fire individuals on independent agencies, the court ruled Lisa Cook's case had a higher…
James Talarico, theGrio.com
June 26, 2026
Talarico secures backing from an organization affiliated with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., one of the nation's top Black fraternities.
Wes Moore, theGrio.com
June 26, 2026
A wave of major endorsements from Wes Moore underscored how America's only Black governor continues to exert his political influence.
Donald Trump, Haiti, migrants, Supreme Court, theGrio.com
June 25, 2026
"At every turn, we see this administration undertaking policy motivated by a toxic combination of racism," said Kristen Clarke of…
Maxine Waters, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
June 25, 2026
Waters sits down with theGrio to discuss the hard-won 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act and how it unlocks opportunity…
Donald Trump, housing, theGrio.com
June 24, 2026
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act would help make homeownership more affordable, lower rent costs, and address other housing…
Michelle Obama, Josh Hokit, theGrio.com
June 24, 2026
Hokit said he does not regret his infamous remarks about America's first Black First Lady, claiming he did it as…
Janeese Lewis George, Donald Trump, DC mayor, theGrio.com
June 23, 2026
DC’s likely next mayor says she won’t fear Trump and vows to stand up for DC residents; meanwhile, the president
Ketanji Brown Jackson, Damon Landor, Supreme Court, dreadlocks, theGrio.com
June 23, 2026
"Prisoners like Landor who suffer violations of their religious freedom in state prison...will often be left remediless," said Jackson.
Donald Trump, Obama, Reflecting Pool, theGrio.com
June 22, 2026
Trump made false claims about Obama as he faces criticisms for a $14 million project that resulted in algae and…
Keisha Lance Bottoms, Rick Jackson, theGrio.com
June 22, 2026
Here's what Black voters in Georgia should know about Keisha Lance Bottoms's billionaire opponent, Rick Jackson.
Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, theGrio.com
June 18, 2026
"For Black Americans, I think the call to action is clear," U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo (D-R.I.), a former Obama White…