CNN, MS NOW and Politico lose access to the White House

20.09.2026 14:01 HotInfo

Journalists from the television networks CNN and MS NOW, as well as the Politico newsroom, lost access to the White House on Saturday, September 19. The decision was announced by US President Donald Trump the day before. The measure represents a further blow to relations between the White House and the media. France24 ↗

According to available information, Trump has long faced criticism for efforts to intimidate and control the press. The latest decision concerns several major American media outlets that report on events within the presidential administration. Denying access may limit their ability to ask questions of the president and his aides directly at the seat of government.

The decision comes at a time when, according to assessments of the situation, unfavorable news is mounting for the American president. Yet Trump built his political career and public image significantly through the media. His current move is therefore also drawing attention in the broader context of his approach to journalists to date. Der Standard ↗

According to the information available so far, the White House has not yet announced further details about the scope of the measure or how long the ban for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico journalists will remain in effect. The development may affect how these newsrooms obtain information about the activities of the president and his administration.