White House Press Ban, Explained

Can a president ban reporters because he doesn’t like their coverage? Liz Oyer sits down with media law litigator Susan Seager to examine the White House's ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico and the constitutional questions it raises. They also discuss the president's lawsuits against the media, efforts to uncover journalists’ confidential sources, and what these actions mean for the public’s right to know. This episode was recorded on September 23, 2026, before the district court's ruling.