Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Journalists from White House

On September 19, US President Donald Trump’s administration implemented a ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, preventing them from entering the White House and confiscating their press passes. This action occurred shortly after Trump declared that these organizations would no longer be allowed on White House grounds, intensifying his ongoing conflict with certain media outlets.

Journalists from the three organizations reported that their press credentials were seized upon arrival at the White House. In response, CNN labeled the ban as “an illegal assault” on its First Amendment rights, while MS NOW and Politico expressed intentions to defend their constitutional rights, with MS NOW stating it would take “any steps necessary” to uphold independent journalism's role in democracy.

Despite the restrictions, CNN and MS NOW affirmed their commitment to continue reporting on the Trump administration, and Politico expressed support for its reporters covering the White House.