Three major news outlets—CNN, MSNBC, and Politico—were denied entry to the White House on Monday, marking the first time since the 2020 election that reporters from these organizations have been collectively blocked. The decision follows a standing ban imposed by former President Donald Trump, which the current administration has not yet lifted. White House officials cited “security protocols” and the need to “review credentialing procedures.” Press freedom advocates argue the move undermines transparency, while the administration claims it is a routine administrative matter.
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