Trump Announces Ban of CNN, Politico and MS Now from White House
4 hours ago
- President Trump announced a ban on CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House, accusing them of publishing 'fake news'.
- The ban is effective immediately, but enforcement is uncertain; CNN reported its team remained at the White House.
- Trump cited cumulative negative coverage over the years, not specific stories, as the reason for the ban.
- The White House Press Office did not respond to questions about how the ban would be enforced.
- CNN defended its reporting as fair and accurate, calling the ban an illegal assault on First Amendment rights.
- This follows a previous incident where Trump barred Associated Press reporters over a stylebook dispute, leading to an ongoing lawsuit.
- Legal experts anticipate a potential First Amendment challenge, as press freedom protects against government retaliation for reporting.
- Historically, the White House has maintained broad press access; Trump previously revoked CNN’s Jim Acosta’s credentials, later overturned in court.
- Trump has also sued other news organizations, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and BBC, over unfavorable coverage.