Trump's White House media ban draws mixed reactions
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President Donald Trump's decision to ban CNN, Politico, and MS Now reporters from the White House has sparked a range of responses from political figures. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated he 'fully supports' the ban, claiming the outlets 'endangered' the administration. Similarly, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said Trump is 'absolutely within his rights' to restrict access to journalists who are 'not behaving' in good faith. On the other hand, Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) criticized the move, accusing Trump of using the Constitution as a 'suggestion box.' Republican Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) defended Trump's approach, noting he 'has his own style' in managing media coverage. The White House has not officially commented on the bans, which have raised concerns about press freedom and access to information. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and major news outlets.
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