CNN, MS NOW, Politico expand lawsuit over White House access

· Politics · United States

CNN, MS NOW and Politico revised their lawsuit against the Trump administration over press access to the White House to include a request for a court order allowing their journalists into other areas, including the Oval Office and Air Force One. President Donald Trump banned the three outlets from the White House in September, only to have a judge he appointed order their return. The outlets say they have continued to face retaliation for their news coverage.

Why it matters：The case tests whether press access to the executive branch can be restricted on political grounds, with implications for newsgathering worldwide.

Key points

  • The outlets seek access to the Oval Office and Air Force One.
  • They were barred from the White House in September.
  • A judge later ordered their return.

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