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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, 2024 election, theGrio.com
July 22, 2024
TheGrio was on the ground as Harris made her first public appearance since announcing her candidacy for president, where she…
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, black women, theGrio.com
July 19, 2024
A growing list of Black women are demanding Democrats not to abandon President Biden, telling theGrio it would be a…
Donald Trump, RNC, Republican National Convention, 2024 election, theGrio.com
July 19, 2024
Democrats and critics are decrying the blatant racism they say was on full display this week at the Republican National…
Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, RNC, 2024 election, theGrio.com
July 17, 2024
Critics slam J.D. Vance for his shifting opinions about Donald Trump's racism and embracing of white nationalist ideologies.
theGrio.com, republican national convention amber rose
July 16, 2024
At the Republican National Convention, Amber Rose and Sen. Tim Scott were there as clear attempts to center Black voices.
Stacey Plaskett, Donald Trump, theGrio.com
July 16, 2024
She called out Trump for telling people to “fight” after being shot and slammed Republicans for suggesting Democrats were to…
Patriot Front, Trump shooting, theGrio.com
July 15, 2024
A white extremist expert tells theGrio conspiracies surrounding the Trump shooting are inciting the far-right corners of the internet. 
Joe Biden, 2024 election, press conference, theGrio.com
July 12, 2024
Following President Biden’s press conference, Black Democrats say they’re committed to supporting Biden’s reelection campaign.
Donald Trump, Project 2025, theGrio.com
July 11, 2024
Political leaders are escalating their rhetoric about Project 2025 and its implications, particularly for Black and brown communities. 
July 9, 2024
Black Democrats and leaders are sticking beside President Biden amid calls from for him to step aside over concerns about…
Kamala Harris, 2024 election, theGrio.com
July 9, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris has been dismissed as a potential "DEI president" by Republicans, including one who called her "incompetent."
July 3, 2024
Former U.S. Rep. Mondaire Jones aims to reclaim his seat from Rep. Mike Lawler in one of the nation’s most…
July 1, 2024
Elected officials and advocates are decrying the Supreme Court’s ruling granting former Trump immunity in his federal election criminal case.
Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Debate, theGrio.com
June 28, 2024
Following the presidential debate exchange between Biden and Trump on Black voters, many were left wondering what “Black jobs" are. 
Joe Biden thegrio.com
June 27, 2024
The presidential debate between President Biden and Trump will be consequential for Black voters, who have been heavily courted.
June 26, 2024
As the candidates prep for Thursday's debate, many are ringing alarms about Donald Trump and what Project 2025 means for…
June 21, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a talk with Chrissy Teigen on abortion rights and reproductive health to mark Dobbs' anniversary.
June 20, 2024
Several groups are calling on President Biden to do more to protect DEI after a series of court battles led…
June 17, 2024
Following the death of civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson, members of Congress are hoping to award him with a…
June 14, 2024
Democratic leaders slam Trump’s recent insult of Milwaukee, which they see as a direct slight to Black and brown communities…