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Trump Bans Three News Outlets From White House
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds citing fake news.
In brief
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds citing fake news. President Trump denied access to White House for CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters after labeling their coverage as fake news. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Trump bans three news outlets
President Donald Trump denied access to White House grounds for CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters on Saturday.
Reporters report denied entry
CNN reporter Betsy Klein and MS NOW reporter Akayla Gardner had their press badges deactivated upon arrival at White House.
Politico reporter also denied
Politico White House reporter Cheyenne Haslett was denied entry and had her badge confiscated.
Outlets vow legal action
Politico said it will vigorously defend First Amendment rights, CNN will hold government accountable, and MS NOW will defend independent journalism.
Trump's fake news claim
Trump called CNN, MS NOW and Politico 'fake news' on social media, saying their reporting was dishonest and ratings were poor.
Trump's justification
Trump said he banned outlets because they reported 'fake news' and their stories were dishonest, claiming the country needs honest news.
First Amendment concerns
Media law expert Amy Kristin Sanders said Trump's administration is not playing by traditional First Amendment rules and norms.
Press freedom threat
CNN analyst Brian Stelter called the move a direct threat to press freedom in the United States, saying it's a free speech test.
The key point
President Trump denied access to White House for CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters after labeling their coverage as fake news.
