DOJ defends White House news bans

The Department of Justice defends President Trump's decision to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.

Access is a privilege, not a right

DOJ senior counsel Michael Velchik stated access to the White House is a privilege, not a right.

“access to the white house is a privilege, not a right”

National security concerns cited

The DOJ argues that the president should be able to consider journalists' viewpoints when determining White House access.

White House bans outlets

The Trump administration banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House after they published stories on depleted munitions and Iran negotiations.

First Amendment lawsuit filed

The three outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit to restore their access after Trump revoked their journalists' credentials.

DOJ seeks to overturn Sherrill v Knight

The DOJ argues the 1977 Sherrill v Knight ruling should be overruled because it requires due process for White House access.

White House claims outlets violated standards

The White House cited stories on depleted munitions, Iran negotiations and East Wing renovations as violations of professional standards.

Outlets claim access revoked without process

The outlets stated their access was revoked without notice or process because they reported on national security issues.

Trump calls it an assault on fake news

Trump described the barring of journalists as an assault on 'fake news' rather than the Free Press.