MS NOW, CNN & Politico say staff denied White House access after Trump's 'fake news' ban
WJAR • • nation
Key Points:
- MS NOW, CNN, and Politico reporters were denied access to the White House on Saturday, with their press passes confiscated by the U.S. Secret Service, following President Donald Trump's announcement to ban these outlets.
- Trump accused these media organizations of publishing "fake news" and indicated that other news outlets might face similar restrictions, citing alleged government corruption and lack of credibility.
- The affected news organizations, including Politico, MS NOW, and CNN, issued statements affirming their commitment to defending First Amendment rights and maintaining independent journalism.
- Politico's Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Greenberger emphasized the organization's support for its staff and their right to report on the White House.
- CNN and MS NOW highlighted their role in holding the government accountable and pledged to continue their journalistic duties despite the ban.
