Justice Dept. probing TV networks over brief boycott of White House pool coverage
News Source : Yahoo Entertainment
News Summary
- The investigation is the latest in a series of clashes between the Trump administration and major news organizations.
- On September 19, the White House blocked reporters from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from entering the building, revoking their credentials.
- The outlets sued the administration, alleging the exclusions violated the First Amendment.
- The White House reinstated the credentials on September 24 after US District Judge Timothy Kelly ruled that the ban was likely unconstitutional.
- However, disputes over access to specific presidential events and pool assignments continued afterward.
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