Three major news organizations—Politico, CNN, and MSNBC—reported that their journalists were locked out of the White House following an announced ban by the administration. The restrictions came after the president’s decision to exclude these outlets from White House briefings and events, escalating tensions between the White House and the press. The White House Correspondents’ Association condemned the move, urging the administration to reverse the access denial and allow reporters back onto the premises. The dispute highlights growing friction between the executive branch and media outlets over coverage and transparency.
After President Trump announced this week he was banning Politico, CNN and MS NOW from accessing the White House, the three media outlets reported Saturday their journalists were denied access to the executive premises. White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) President Jacqui Heinrich called on the White House to “immediately” restore access to these journalists and...
