# North Dakota Governor Opposes White House Media Ban

> North Dakota governor says media ban at White House violates First Amendment.
- Title: North Dakota Governor Opposes White House Media Ban | Shortify
- Summary: North Dakota governor says media ban at White House violates First Amendment. North Dakota governor Kelly Armstrong opposes White House ban on three media…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/23/north-dakota-governor-opposes-media-ban-white-house
- Published: 2026-09-23T23:56:20.962+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: north dakota, governor kelly armstrong, white house, media ban, first amendment, president trump, news, local
## White House media ban
North Dakota governor Kelly Armstrong opposes White House ban on three media outlets.
## Press pool response
White House Press Pool says no administration should restrict news organizations.
## Media outlets suing
National Networks CNN MS Now and Politico are suing to restore access to White House.
## Local press freedom
Press organizations cover government with minimal restrictions at local level.
## Governor's stance
Governor Armstrong calls himself a First Amendment absolutist, saying it has gotten him in trouble.
## Federal court hearing
Federal judge heard arguments on media ban lawsuit but no immediate ruling.
## Key takeaway

North Dakota governor Kelly Armstrong opposes White House ban on three media outlets, calling it a First Amendment violation.