The Drain PipeMeet The Press: A Journalism PantomimeEmily Kopp and Spencer LombardoAug 17, 2026∙ Paid2637ShareUpgrade to paid to play voiceoverIllustration made with GenAIPart of our aim with The Drain Pipe is to demystify the stodgy traditions that make Washington tick — or lethargically limp along, as the case may be. If some journalism o…This post is for paid subscribersSubscribeAlready a paid subscriber? Sign inPreviousNext