The White House's War on Journalism: A Clear and Present Danger to Democracy The ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House is more than just a dispute between Donald Trump and the media.
It's a stark reminder of the administration's long running efforts to restrict press freedom and undermine the role of an independent press in democracy.
For years, Trump has waged a war on journalism, using tools at his disposal to silence or punish outlets he deems "fake news.