JD Vance says Trump is "not banning media outlets" as CNN, MS NOW, Politico lose White House access

After President Trump announced Friday that CNN, MS NOW, and Politico would lose White House access over coverage he criticized, Vice President JD Vance defended the decision to reporters Monday at Joint Base Andrews. Vance framed it as a choice not to grant those outlets preferred White House accommodations, arguing that they can continue reporting and expressing views. He compared their coverage to Breitbart's treatment under Democratic administrations. Other Republicans, including Steve Scalise and Mike Waltz, also backed Trump, while John Barrasso said news organizations should be fair. The three outlets said Monday they were filing a First Amendment lawsuit, arguing the administration penalized them for their coverage. The dispute centers on whether the White House can revoke credentials based on viewpoint.