Radio & Television Correspondents' Association

Founded in 1939 and consists of broadcast journalists who report on the United States Congress. Membership includes radio and television broadcasters from around the world.

Radio & Television Correspondents’ Association of Capitol Hill.

Founded in 1939, and with more than 4000 members today, the RTCA is the voice of radio and television news on Capitol Hill

The Radio and Television Correspondents’ Association represents the interests of radio and television reporters covering the Untied States Congress. It protects the rights of journalists and assists in every way possible to maintain the high standards of reporting on Capitol Hill.

News Conference During Watergate Hearings

Latest News

2023-24 RTCA Elections Announcement

This year’s Radio & Television Correspondents’ Association election will be held Wednesday, December 14, and Thursday, December 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the Senate Radio-Television Gallery, Room[…]

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Spring Meeting Announcement

The RTCA Executive Committee will meet Monday, May 23 @ 11am in House Studio A or members can join online/by phone. Members should check their email for information on how[…]

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RTCA Dinner Tickets On Sale Now

The Radio & Television Correspondents’ Association is happy to announce that tickets are now officially on sale for the annual dinner on March 16 at The Anthem in Washington, DC. […]

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