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CNN's Dana Bash says Trump's press ban is an "unnecessary milestone"

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Dana Bash, CNN’s chief political correspondent, discusses President Trump’s decision to ban her network from accessing the White House during an appearance on "CBS Mornings." She describes this move as an “unnecessary milestone.” The interview focuses on her new book about pivotal elections and their impact on contemporary life.
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On September 18, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced an immediate ban on several news outlets from entering the White House, including CNN, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), and Politico. In a social media post on his platform Truth Social, Trump accused these outlets of reporting "fiction and lies" when covering the U.S. government. The decision sparked legal action with CNN, MS NOW, and Politico filing lawsuits arguing their First Amendment rights were violated. A federal court temporarily blocked the ban but it remains contentious, with the Justice Department petitioning for its reinstatement on October 3rd. This move escalates long-standing tensions between Trump and major media outlets, raising significant concerns over freedom of the press in the United States.

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Dana Bash, CNN's chief political correspondent, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new book, "The Elections That Changed the World: Fifteen Pivotal Moments That Shaped How We Live," and weighs in on President Trump banning her network's access to the White House.
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2026-09-22 · CBS News
CNN's Dana Bash says Trump's press ban is an "unnecessary milestone" · assertive framing

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Dana Bash, CNN's chief political correspondent, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new book, "The Elections That Changed the World: Fifteen Pivotal Moments That Shaped How We Live," and weighs in on President Trump banning her network's access to the White House. asserted
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