Trump bans CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White House
US president has overseen an unprecedented restriction of access for major traditional news media since start of second term
TL;DR
- Donald Trump has banned CNN, MS Now, and Politico from the White House.
- He cited their coverage as "constant 'reporting' FAKE NEWS!" on his Truth Social platform.
- Trump threatened that bans for other outlets could follow.
- Since returning to office, Trump has restricted access for major traditional news media.
- The Associated Press was previously banned from press pool events.
- The Pentagon attempted a new press policy that was ruled unconstitutional.
- Trump has engaged in legal battles with outlets like the New York Times and CNN.