President Donald Trump barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House effective immediately, accusing the outlets of publishing what he called "fake news" about his administration. He warned that other news organizations could face similar restrictions and said the decision reflected years of coverage he viewed as unfairly damaging to Republicans and a Republican administration. Trump also alleged that Politico received an "illegal and ridiculous" $8 million subscription from the U.S. government under former President Joe Biden, calling it possible corruption. Asked how the move squared with his oath to uphold the First Amendment, Trump said the outlets were "fake news" but suggested they could return if their coverage improved. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth supported the action, while CNN and Politico said they would defend their constitutional and First Amendment rights. The dispute could lead to a court battle over media access to the presidency.