Trump bans CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House
US President Donald Trump has banned CNN, MS Now, and Politico from the White House, citing their coverage as fake news. This action follows a broader pattern of restricting media access during his second term, including previous bans on the Associated Press. The president warned that other outlets may face similar restrictions if they continue what he describes as reporting fiction and lies.
- ▪Donald Trump announced the ban on CNN, MS Now, and Politico via a post on Truth Social on Friday afternoon.
- ▪The president justified the expulsion by accusing the outlets of constant fake news reporting regarding his administration.
- ▪Trump has previously restricted access for the Associated Press over its use of the term Gulf of Mexico.
- ▪A federal judge ruled a Pentagon press policy unconstitutional after news media outlets staged a mass walkout in protest.
- ▪The administration has engaged in high-profile legal battles with major news organizations including the New York Times and the BBC.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 33 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Donald Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House — BBC News — World
- ▪ Trump Says He Has Banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico From White House — NYT — Business
- ▪ The White House Tussle to Sway Trump on AI — The Wall Street Journal
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Donald Trump speaks to the press aboard Air Force One on 2 August 2026. Photograph: Aaron Schwartz/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenDonald Trump speaks to the press aboard Air Force One on 2 August 2026. Photograph: Aaron Schwartz/AFP/Getty ImagesDonald TrumpTrump bans CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White HouseUS president has overseen an unprecedented restriction of access for major traditional news media since start of second term US politics live – latest updates Lucy CampbellFri 18 Sep 2026 15.36 EDTLast modified on Fri 18 Sep 2026 15.50 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleIn his latest attack on the US constitution’s first amendment and the press, Donald Trump has announced that he is banning outlets CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White House over their coverage.In a…
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