MS NOW said its journalists were denied access to the White House after President Donald Trump announced a ban on the network and two other outlets. The move comes a day after Trump claimed the outlets frequently report fiction or lies. The network said it plans to fight the decision to protect its First Amendment rights.
Trump did not specify which reports he considered false or explain how the ban would be enforced. He warned other media organizations could face similar actions. Legal experts suggest the ban may face challenges, as past attempts to restrict media access have been contested.
The White House did not immediately comment on the access denial. MS NOW and the other outlets have not yet confirmed if they will take legal action. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the administration and the press.
The ban adds to a pattern of friction between Trump and major news organizations, with some reporting that access has become more restricted under his presidency.
