Asked about the likelihood of his latest media ban being struck down in court, Trump responded, “I think it’s good to point it out whether it survives or doesn’t.” He added, “I don’t think that a court should allow fake news to be written day after day after day.”

The White House has historically maintained regular access for journalists representing a broad range of news organizations, allowing them to question the President, attend briefings, and document the activities of the executive branch. The press corps also serves a practical function in providing independent accounts of presidential movements and events to the public. CNN, in…

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