White House Blocks Politico From Air Force One Pool Assignment
The outlet was scheduled to serve as Monday's traveling print pool reporter, as its press-access fight with the Trump administration continues The post White House Blocks Politico From Air Force One Pool Assignment appeared first on TheWrap .
The White House has denied Politico access to Air Force One, barring the outlet from fulfilling its role as a travel pool reporter during President Trump's visit to Nebraska. Politico had been set to serve as the out-of-town print pool reporter for the trip. Despite Politico's recent court victory securing access to the White House grounds, the administration has continued to limit their involvement in presidential events, including those aboard Air Force One.
The White House had previously blocked CNN from Air Force One in a similar situation. The legal battle began when Trump announced the ban on CNN, MSNBC, and Politico, leading to a lawsuit against the administration. A judge ordered the White House to restore the outlets' press credentials, but the administration maintains that this order does not apply to limited-capacity spaces like Air Force One or the Oval Office.
The White House suggested offering Politico's seat to other news organizations in the traveling print pool, but none took the spot. Politico's exclusion may be included in their upcoming legal filing, with a hearing scheduled for Thursday to determine if a preliminary injunction can prevent the administration from reinstating the broader access ban.
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