State Department Bureau of Public Affairs

The State Department Bureau of Public Affairs is the division responsible for communicating the U.S. government's foreign policy and diplomatic initiatives to the public. It manages media relations, provides information about U.S. foreign policy, and promotes transparency by engaging with the news media, public, and international audiences. Essentially, it ensures that Americans and the world understand the Department’s work, fostering openness and trust through clear updates, briefings, social media, and official statements.