From Rolling Stone · Nikki McCann Ramirez · · 50s
Trump Bans CNN, MSNOW, Politico From White House Press Pool
Trump targets three media outlets for 'fake news' coverage of his administration
In brief
Trump targets three media outlets for 'fake news' coverage of his administration Trump claims CNN, MSNOW, and Politico violate his standards for White House reporting by publishing 'fake news' Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Trump bans media outlets
Trump announced immediate bans of CNN, MSNOW, and Politico from White House press pool over 'fake news' reporting.
“Media Outlets shouldn't be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES when they're covering the President of the United States.”
Previous media restrictions
Trump previously tried to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America after AP refused to comply.
“The Associated Press successfully sued the administration to have the attempted ban.”
CNN's response
CNN stated they have constitutional right to report without government interference.
“We have a right under the U.S. Constitution to do that reporting without hindrance or interference from the government.”
Trump's justification
Trump claims media outlets publish 'fake news' when covering the administration.
“You get so tired of reading and seeing fake news.”
Legal challenge likely
CNN and other outlets may sue to block the ban, similar to previous AP case.
“CNN's mission to report on the U.S. government will continue regardless of any attempts to restrain physical access.”
The headline
Trump claims CNN, MSNOW, and Politico violate his standards for White House reporting by publishing 'fake news'
