CNN, Politico and MS NOW Amend Lawsuit Against Trump Over Air Force One and Oval Office Ban

Deadline · 2026-10-28
CNN, Politico and MS NOW Amend Lawsuit Against Trump Over Air Force One and Oval Office Ban

CNN, Politico and MS NOW have filed an amended lawsuit against President Donald Trump, challenging the White House's continued exclusion of their reporters from Air Force One and the Oval Office. The move comes after a federal judge ruled earlier this month that the White House cannot revoke press credentials arbitrarily, yet the outlets say they remain barred from key presidential events while other journalists are allowed access. The lawsuit argues the selective ban violates the First Amendment and undermines press freedom. The case highlights escalating tensions between the Trump administration and major news organizations, with implications for how the White House manages media access. A ruling in favor of the outlets could set a precedent limiting the president's power to pick and choose which reporters cover official events. The White House has not commented on the amended filing, but the legal battle is expected to intensify in the coming weeks.