MS NOW Journalists Denied White House Access Following President Trump’s Ban Announcement
MS NOW journalists were denied access to the White House grounds on Saturday morning, a day after President Trump announced he would ban the network.
Mobile Pensacola, AL, September 19, 2026 — MS NOW journalists were reportedly denied access to the White House grounds on Saturday morning. This incident occurred one day after President Donald Trump announced his intention to ban the network.
The specific circumstances and reasons for the denial of access on Saturday were not immediately detailed beyond the prior announcement by President Trump. The White House has not provided further clarification on the scope or duration of the stated ban.
The announcement to ban MS NOW was made by President Trump on Friday. Journalists from the network were subsequently unable to enter the White House grounds on Saturday morning. Details regarding the specific journalists affected or any official statements made by MS NOW regarding this denial of access have not been provided.
The White House grounds are a key location for press briefings and interactions between the President and media organizations. Denials of access to such facilities can significantly impact a news organization’s ability to report on White House activities.
Further information regarding the status of MS NOW’s access and the implications of President Trump’s announced ban is pending. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JOCELYN NOVECK, Associated Press on www.wkrg.com, see more information here.
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