WHITE HOUSE PRESS ACCESS

Apr 20 2025OPINION

The Press Pool Power Play: Shaking Up White House Access

The Associated Press, a major news agency, found itself in hot water with the Trump White House. The dispute centered around the AP's spot in the elite press pool, which grants near-daily access to the president. The AP was booted from this group after refusing to update its stylebook to match the president's preferred terminology. This incident highlighted a broader...

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Apr 16 2025POLITICS

The Shift in White House Press Access

The White House has made a significant change to its press pool. Instead of reinstating The Associated Press wire service, as a judge ordered, the Trump administration has removed the wire position from the daily press rotation. This move is seen as a way to sidestep legal issues while still putting The AP at a disadvantage. The AP had been criticized by President Do...

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