President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. In a post on his Truth Social platform, the president stated that the outlets were being expelled for what he called their constant reporting of fake news, fiction, and lies.
Trump attributed the ban to unfavorable coverage, though he noted there were no particular stories that prompted the decision. He further warned that other news organizations could face similar restrictions in the future. This action marks an unprecedented restriction of access for major traditional news media since the start of the president's second term.
The move is likely to be challenged as a violation of the US Constitution's First Amendment protections for freedom of the press. The president has a history of feuding with news organizations and has previously pursued legal action against the BBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.