White House's New Media Policy Challenges AP's Court Victory
The White House's revised policy limits wire services' access, prompting AP to claim violation of a court order, leading to renewed legal action.
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In a controversial move, the White House has revised its media access policy to limit wire services like the Associated Press, Reuters, and Bloomberg, following a court ruling that favored the AP. The new policy reduces opportunities for these wire services by rotating them with a broader selection of print reporters, giving the White House greater control over press access. The AP has filed a motion against this policy, arguing it violates a recent injunction aimed at protecting journalists' First Amendment rights. The ongoing legal dispute showcases tensions between press freedoms and the administration's desire to manage media coverage.
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The White House reduced the special access of wire services to align with a court ruling against viewpoint discrimination, while also responding to a long-standing dispute over AP's use of 'Gulf of Mexico' instead of 'Gulf of America' as dictated by President Trump[1][3].
The AP's access is not fully restored as it is now among a broader group of print media outlets rather than having a dedicated spot in the press pool. AP argues this action violates a court order that was meant to protect its access[3][5].
A federal judge ruled that the government cannot exclude journalists based on their viewpoints, leading to the White House revising its policy to ostensibly comply while still limiting AP's access[1][5].
Reuters and Bloomberg have expressed regret and concern, highlighting the importance of wire services in delivering timely news coverage and emphasizing that the decision threatens democracy[3].
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