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White House enforces access ban against three news organizations
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Reporters turned away and credentials confiscated
The White House denied entry to journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico on September 19, implementing President Donald Trump’s previously announced ban. The organizations said their reporters’ press passes were confiscated and indicated they might challenge the restrictions under First Amendment protections. The measure affects access to the White House grounds.
White House turns away CNN, MS NOW, Politico reporters after Trump announces ban