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AP Sues Trump Administration Over Press Access Restrictions

The Associated Press has sued Trump officials for blocking access to presidential events, citing First Amendment rights following a naming dispute over the Gulf.

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The Associated Press has filed a lawsuit against Trump administration officials over restrictions on its access to presidential events, including Air Force One. This followed the administration's decision to bar AP reporters after the agency refused to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, as per President Trump's executive order. The lawsuit addresses the First Amendment implications, claiming the government cannot control speech or retaliate against media organizations for their editorial choices. Over 40 news organizations have expressed support for AP, urging the White House to reverse its controversial ban.

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The Trump administration restricted AP's access because the agency refused to use the term 'Gulf of America' instead of 'Gulf of Mexico' following President Trump's executive order.

The lawsuit names White House Chief of Staff Susan Wiles, Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Budowich, and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

Over 40 news organizations have expressed support for the AP, urging the White House to reverse its ban. This includes organizations like Fox News and Newsmax.

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