Philadelphia, PA - WURD Radio, a prominent Philadelphia-based radio station, announced on Sunday that it has parted ways with host Andrea Lawful-Sanders. The decision comes after Lawful-Sanders revealed that she had received pre-written questions from the White House prior to her interview with President Joe Biden.

In a statement, WURD Radio's president and CEO, Sara Lomax, expressed the station's commitment to maintaining its independence and integrity. "The interview featured pre-determined questions provided by the White House, which violates our practice of remaining an independent media outlet accountable to our listeners," Lomax stated.

Lawful-Sanders, who had been with WURD Radio since 2019, conducted the interview with President Biden on July 3rd. During the interview, she asked Biden a series of questions that were reportedly provided by the White House. The questions covered topics such as Biden's accomplishments, his debate performance, and the upcoming election.

Following the interview, Lawful-Sanders appeared on CNN and admitted to using the pre-written questions. This revelation sparked controversy and led to her departure from the station.

The incident has raised concerns about the independence of the media and the influence of political campaigns on the press. Critics argue that pre-written questions compromise the integrity of interviews and the ability of journalists to hold politicians accountable.

WURD Radio has a long history of serving the African American community in Philadelphia and is known for its commitment to independent journalism. The station's decision to part ways with Lawful-Sanders reflects its dedication to maintaining its journalistic standards and independence.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of a free and independent press in holding politicians accountable and providing the public with unbiased information.