MS Now Journalists Denied White House Access Amidst President Trump’s Accusations
MS Now journalists were denied access to White House grounds on Saturday, following President Trump's announcement that he was banning the outlet due to accusations of producing "purposefully negative stories".
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, September 19, 2026 — MS Now journalists were denied access to White House grounds on Saturday. This action followed an announcement by President Trump stating the outlet was being banned.
President Trump cited accusations of MS Now producing “purposefully negative stories” as the reason for the ban. The specific details regarding the timing or nature of the denial of access, beyond it occurring on Saturday, were not immediately available.
The decision comes after a period where the administration has engaged in public criticism of certain news organizations. The White House has not provided further comment on the specifics of the ban or the grounds for the accusations leveled against MS Now.
The White House press corps and access for media organizations are often subjects of scrutiny. Denials of access can impact a news outlet’s ability to report on events and official statements directly from the White House premises.
The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The exact timeline of President Trump’s announcement relative to the denial of access on Saturday was not specified. Further details regarding the extent of the ban or any appeals process were also not immediately disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by Finya Swai on www.wfla.com, see more information here.
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