The Man Who Knew Every Presidential Move

A journalist named Mark Knoller just passed away at 73. He was a well-known CBS News reporter. He was famous for keeping track of everything U. S. presidents did. This included speeches, trips, golf games, and even pardons. He started this habit because there was no official record of these things. So, he decided to do it himself. Knoller worked really hard. He often stayed at the White House long after others left. He didn't keep his records to himself. He shared them with anyone who needed them. This included other reporters, historians, and even White House staff. He was born in Brooklyn and always wanted to be a reporter. He started his career as an intern and worked his way up. In 1988, he joined CBS News. He covered five different presidents. He left CBS in 2020. Later in his career, he had trouble speaking. So, he started using Twitter. He shared news and fun facts there. He had over 300, 000 followers. Many people admired Knoller. They said he was kind, funny, and always willing to help. He was more than just a journalist. He was a friend to many.