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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

SNAP, EBT, theGrio.com
November 5, 2025
A partial funding of the food assistance program will leave millions of families with less resources to cover the cost…
Kamala Harris, Kamala Harris NBCSL, National Black Caucus of State Legislators, Kamala Harris National Black Caucus of State Legislators, Harris campaign, Rep. Torrey Harris, theGrio.com
November 5, 2025
TheGrio takes a closer look into the aftermath of the 2024 election and why Black women remain optimistic in the…
Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor, theGrio.com
November 4, 2025
Mamdani was elected the next mayor of New York City, making history as its first Muslim mayor and the youngest…
Winsome Earle-Sears, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
November 4, 2025
Despite securing the Republican nomination in Virginia's gubernatorial race, Winsome Earle-Sears failed to land an endorsement from Trump.
Donald Trump, Economy, Black voters, theGrio.com
November 4, 2025
Black Voters Matter co-founder LaTosha Brown says a coalition is rising up against Trump's MAGA agenda and that "now is…
Donald Trump, SNAP, theGrio.com
November 4, 2025
Trump's announcement would violate rulings from federal judges that ordered the use of emergency funds to provide critical SNAP benefits.
Zohran Mamdani, 50 Cent, theGrio.com
November 4, 2025
"Even though we have a disagreement on tax policy, every time I get a death threat, I still listen to…
Trump, SNAP, theGrio.com
November 3, 2025
The CBC blasted Trump's decision as a "blatant violation" of rulings that determined that its initial freezing of SNAP payments…
Nicki Minaj, Donald Trump, Nigeria, Christians, theGrio.com
November 3, 2025
Despite claims made by Trump, Nigeria said Christians are not being persecuted in their country. In fact, the data also…
Black voters, Election Day, theGrio.com
November 3, 2025
Tuesday marks the first Election Day since Donald Trump's 2024 victory, giving voters an opportunity to weigh in on his…
Hakeem Jeffries, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
October 31, 2025
"He should be functioning as the president...But of course, he's shown no interest in doing that," said Rep. Hakeem Jeffries.
Donald Trump, SNAP, government shutdown, theGrio.com
October 31, 2025
"Without question, the cruelty of this shutdown is intentional," said Alexsis Rodgers, political director at Black to the Future Action…
Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
October 31, 2025
"What about those babies?" said the former vice president while discussing the actions of her 2024 presidential opponent.
Donald Trump, Chicago, theGrio.com
October 30, 2025
Chicago leaders have for months decried the federal presence in their city, pointing to incidents of violent interactions.
Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, theGrio.com
October 30, 2025
"My takeaway is his motivation was all about himself," said former Vice President Kamala Harris of her former boss, Joe…
Obamacare, Affordable Care Act, Trump, theGrio.com
October 29, 2025
The cost of health care under Obamacare, or the Affordable Care Act, is at the center of the current government…
Lupita Nyong'o, Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor, theGrio.com
October 29, 2025
"Zohran has always been an incredibly talented and productive person," said the Academy Award-winning actress.
shanquella robinson, thegrio.com
October 29, 2025
"Shanquella’s life mattered, and her legacy will continue to drive the fight for truth, transparency, and justice."
Karine Jean-Pierre, theGrio.com
October 29, 2025
Katie Miller suggested the ex-Biden spokesperson was never qualified for the job, despite her years of experience in government and…
Donald Trump, Military, theGrio.com
October 28, 2025
Trump escalated threats to send troops to U.S. cities, telling military troops that he is prepared to send "more than…