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CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump, challenging White House ban

CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump, challenging White House ban

By Susan Heavey, Jonathan Stempel and Helen Coster WASHINGTON, Sept 21 (Reuters) - CNN, MS NOW and Politico sued President Donald Trump and other members of his administration on Monday for banning them from White House grounds, saying the action violated their rights to free speech and a free press

The Latest: CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they’re suing over denied White House access

The Latest: CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they’re suing over denied White House access

CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they’ve notified President Donald Trump’s administration that they’re filing a lawsuit over being denied White House access

Banned White House outlets cover Trump at UN as court hearing looms

Banned White House outlets cover Trump at UN as court hearing looms

By Helen Coster NEW YORK, Sept 22 (Reuters) - As CNN, MS NOW and Politico await a Wednesday court hearing over President Donald Trump's decision to ban them from the White House grounds, reporters from the news outlets covered his visit to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday using media

The Latest: MS NOW, CNN and Politico file lawsuit against Trump to restore White House access

The Latest: MS NOW, CNN and Politico file lawsuit against Trump to restore White House access

CNN, MS NOW and Politico have sued President Donald Trump’s administration after they were barred from covering the White House, saying the selective ban was “a blatant violation” of the First Amendment

Watch Trump defend media ban in comments to press

Watch Trump defend media ban in comments to press

President Trump spoke about his White House ban of some media outlets during his meeting with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. See what he said.

Trump in address to world leaders at UN defends his decision to start war against Iran

Trump in address to world leaders at UN defends his decision to start war against Iran

President Donald Trump is addressing the U.N. General Assembly at a challenging moment for the world and his presidency

MS NOW, CNN and Politico to sue over White House ban

MS NOW, CNN and Politico to sue over White House ban

By Susan Heavey WASHINGTON, Sept 21 (Reuters) - MS NOW, CNN and Politico said on Monday they were suing the Trump Administration to protect their First Amendment rights after President Donald Trump's announcement that he would ban the news outlets from the White House's building grounds.

President Trump's Administration Sued by News Outlets Over Revocation of White House Credentials

President Trump's Administration Sued by News Outlets Over Revocation of White House Credentials

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico have filed a lawsuit against President Trump, Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Communications Director Steven Cheung, and Secret Service Director Sean Curran, following the revocation of their White House credentials. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, alleges that the administration's actions violate the First Amendment. President Trump had previously stated that 'Media Outlets shouldn’t be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES' and indicated that more bans were forthcoming, asserting his right to deny access to the 'people’s house' to outlets he deemed to be publishing 'purposely negative stories.' This legal action is being led by Ted Boutrous, Katie Townsend, and Connor Sullivan of Gibson Dunn, who co-chair the firm’s First Amendment and Free Expression practice.

U.S. Denies Media Access to White House for MS Now, CNN, and Politico Reporters

U.S. Denies Media Access to White House for MS Now, CNN, and Politico Reporters

Journalists from MS Now, CNN, and Politico were denied access to the White House grounds on Saturday morning, following President Trump's announcement of a ban on these organizations. Reporters and cameramen from MS Now and CNN, along with Politico's White House reporter, had their press passes confiscated by the U.S. Secret Service at a security gate. This action comes after President Trump stated on Truth Social that he would remove these news outlets "effective immediately" due to what he described as "constant 'reporting' FAKE NEWS!" He indicated that his decision was based on cumulative stories over the past two years and that he is considering banning more media organizations. The White House Correspondents' Association condemned the move, emphasizing that the Constitution protects press freedom regardless of the President's approval of coverage. This incident escalates the ongoing conflict between President Trump and certain media outlets, raising concerns among free speech advocates and Democratic ...

MS NOW Journalists Denied White House Access Following President Trump's Ban Announcement

MS NOW Journalists Denied White House Access Following President Trump's Ban Announcement

MS NOW journalists were denied access to the White House grounds on Saturday morning, according to the network. This action follows President Trump's announcement on Friday that he would ban MS NOW, CNN, and Politico from the complex due to what he described as unfavorable coverage and 'fake news.' The network stated that it stands behind its journalists and intends to take all necessary steps to defend its First Amendment rights and the role of independent journalism. It was not immediately clear if CNN journalists were also blocked, though President Trump was at Camp David for the weekend. Politico journalists are typically not present at the White House on Saturdays.

President Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Journalists from White House, Citing 'Fake News'

President Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Journalists from White House, Citing 'Fake News'

President Trump has issued an immediate ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from accessing the White House. The decision was announced by President Trump on Truth Social, where he accused these media outlets of 'constantly spreading fake news.' During a subsequent interaction with reporters at the White House, President Trump further elaborated that he was fatigued by the 'accumulated negative coverage' his administration has received over the years. However, he did not provide specific examples or materials that led to this ban. This action marks another escalation in the ongoing tension between President Trump and certain American media organizations, which he frequently criticizes for what he perceives as biased reporting on his administration's activities. The practical implementation of this ban remains uncertain, as journalists from the affected outlets were reportedly still working on White House grounds shortly after the announcement, and no further clarifications on enforcement mecha...

‘Fiction and lies’: Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House

‘Fiction and lies’: Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House

Trump said the ban would take effect immediately and suggested other news organizations could also be targeted.