TMZ opens Washington, DC bureau to cover congressional news

7 articles · Updated · Vox.com · Apr 24

TMZ, known for its aggressive celebrity reporting, launched its Washington, DC bureau last week, sending reporters to Capitol Hill for political coverage.
The move signals TMZ’s intent to bring its tabloid-style journalism to Congress, including soliciting public photos of lawmakers during the spring recess.
This expansion reflects a broader trend of political journalism adopting entertainment-focused tactics, a shift that began with scandals like Gary Hart’s in the 1980s and has shaped today’s media landscape.

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