Former White House chief usher reflects on his career in new book

By Steve Inskeep

Published December 8, 2025 at 4:48 AM EST

For decades, Gary J. Walters worked in the White House, including 20 years as chief usher. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with him about his new memoir, "White House Memories."

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Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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