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The Latest: Trump-Xi state dinner expected to include tech titans, sea bass and glitzy diplomacy

The Latest: Trump-Xi state dinner expected to include tech titans, sea bass and glitzy diplomacy

President Donald Trump is hailing the friendship he’s forged with Xi Jinping during the Chinese leader's highly anticipated state visit

Trump's media ban fight isn't over. What comes next

Trump's media ban fight isn't over. What comes next

The news outlets have until Sept. 28 to file a request for a longer restoration of their credentials beyond the judge's initial 14-day order.

White House Defies Court Order, Continues Enforcing Media Ban

White House Defies Court Order, Continues Enforcing Media Ban

Trump is playing footsie with a constitutional crisis by refusing to reinstate press access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico

President Trump Escalates Standoff with Press, Blocks CNN from Air Force One Travel

President Trump Escalates Standoff with Press, Blocks CNN from Air Force One Travel

President Trump has intensified his conflict with news organizations, specifically targeting CNN and MS NOW. On Saturday morning, he launched a fresh attack on the press, questioning why outlets he labels as 'FAKE NEWS' should be granted access to the White House. This follows his decision to block CNN from traveling with him on Air Force One for a trip to Tennessee. President Trump stated on Truth Social that despite his 'big Election Win,' nearly 100% of 'TRUMP' coverage has been negative for years. When speaking to reporters, he denied wanting only supportive news outlets in the press pool, asserting, 'I want real news, not fake news — like you.' He further added, 'I love an open, free press. I don’t like the fake press.' This action is part of a broader effort by President Trump to control media narratives, particularly concerning his administration's coverage, approval ratings, and policy impacts, just weeks before the midterm elections.

White House Press Access Under Scrutiny Amidst Legal Challenges for Journalists

White House Press Access Under Scrutiny Amidst Legal Challenges for Journalists

The Trump administration is currently facing scrutiny over its stance on denying White House access to journalists from MS NOW, CNN, and Politico. This issue has led to a court hearing to determine the legality and implications of such actions. The administration's argument is that it can deny access, raising concerns about press freedom and the public's right to information. Lisa Rubin is expected to provide insights into the potential outcomes of this court hearing. This development follows a pattern of strained relations between the Trump administration and certain media outlets, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding media coverage and access to official government proceedings and personnel.

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Reinstated to White House Access Following Federal Judge's Order

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Reinstated to White House Access Following Federal Judge's Order

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily reinstate the press badges for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, allowing their reporters access to the White House. This decision came after President Trump had announced on Friday, September 18, that he was banning these news outlets from accessing the White House. Following the ban, CNN reporter Betsy Klein was denied access and had her press pass seized. The three news organizations subsequently filed a lawsuit, arguing that President Trump's ban violated the First Amendment and the Constitution's due process protections. Prior to the judge's ruling, CNN was also removed from pooled coverage responsibilities, which are typically shared among major news outlets, though other major television networks refused to replace the banned outlets in the White House pool crew. Federal Judge Timothy Kelly issued the order on Thursday, finding that the revocation of the reporters' press badges was done without 'constitutionally adequate due process.'

Networks to share coverage of Trump after CNN's credentials are restored

Networks to share coverage of Trump after CNN's credentials are restored

Broadcast networks resumed their shared coverage of Trump after CNN's credentials were restored under court order.

Judge temporarily blocks Trump ban on CNN, MS NOW, Politico

Judge temporarily blocks Trump ban on CNN, MS NOW, Politico

U.S. District Judge Tim Kelly ordered the outlets' press passes restored immediately and blocked enforcement of Trump's ban for 14 days.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House despite judge's order

CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House despite judge's order

By Susan Heavey and Helen Coster WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists were barred from the White House on Thursday, just hours after a federal judge deemed US President Donald Trump's ban of the three news outlets likely unconstitutional and ordered their access

The Latest: Judge hears arguments without ruling on Trump’s ban on news outlets from White House

The Latest: Judge hears arguments without ruling on Trump’s ban on news outlets from White House

A judge has heard arguments but did not rule from the bench in a case on President Donald Trump’s ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds

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Poll shows Trump with lowest approval amid fight over press access

Poll shows Trump with lowest approval amid fight over press access

A recent poll gave Trump some of the worst approval ratings of his presidency.

Federal Judge Questions Trump Administration's Ban of Three News Outlets from White House

Federal Judge Questions Trump Administration's Ban of Three News Outlets from White House

U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly expressed skepticism regarding the Trump administration's decision to ban three prominent news outlets—CNN, MS NOW, and Politico—from White House grounds. The news organizations filed a joint lawsuit, alleging that the ban constitutes viewpoint discrimination and a "blatant violation" of the First Amendment, as they were singled out due to the content of their coverage. The administration, in its defense, argued that access to the White House is a privilege, not a right, and that the outlets violated "standards of professionalism and decorum" by trafficking in "verifiable falsehoods about national security and other issues" and publishing "sensitive or classified information." Judge Kelly, a Trump nominee, emphasized that his decision must adhere to prior court rulings, which generally require journalists to be given an opportunity to be heard before their press passes are revoked. He noted that the processes laid out by the court were not followed in this instance.