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Trump bans media outlets from White House

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David Levitz
September 19, 2026

US President Donald Trump has banned CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House over what he calls unfavorable coverage. The move has sparked criticism from media groups.

US President Donald Trump has announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, accusing the outlets of spreading "fake news" and providing unfavorable coverage of his administration.

The move could restrict journalists’ access to press conferences and Oval Office events, though the ban had not yet been implemented.

CNN, Politico and press freedom advocates argue that such actions could violate constitutional protections for a free press, and many see the decision as part of a broader campaign against media organizations.

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