Republican Party Revokes CBC Media Accreditation, Citing ‘Terrorism’ Language Rule
The U.S. Republican Party has withdrawn CBC/Radio-Canada’s press credentials for its upcoming midterm convention, citing the broadcaster’s earlier policy against designating the 9/11 attacks as “terrorism” except when quoting a source. CBC head of public affairs Chuck Thompson has confirmed the Republican National Convention (RNC) has officially revoked access for both CBC and Radio-Canada to the party event in Dallas, Texas, on Sept. 9 and 10 as the mid-term elections approach.
TL;DR
- Republican National Convention (RNC) revoked press credentials for CBC/Radio-Canada.
- Reason cited is CBC's policy on designating the 9/11 attacks as 'terrorism'.
- Access denied for the RNC event on September 9-10 in Dallas, Texas.
- CBC head of public affairs confirmed the decision and expressed disappointment.
- The policy faced criticism after an internal memo was leaked.
- CBC is reviewing the RNC's decision.