Top TV networks – including Fox – revolt in solidarity with media banned by Trump

Summary

The five major U.S. television broadcasters—ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, and NBC—halted White House pool coverage in solidarity with CNN after the administration barred CNN, MS NOW, and Politico journalists from White House access and confiscated their press passes. The dispute prevented live television coverage of President Trump’s helipad opening and planned United Nations events. The three outlets sued, alleging retaliation for protected speech and violations of due process and the First Amendment. A federal judge scheduled a hearing, while the White House launched a streaming service called “Trump TV.”