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Waltz says Trump ‘absolutely within his rights’ to bar reporters ‘not behaving’ in good faith

Waltz says Trump ‘absolutely within his rights’ to bar reporters ‘not behaving’ in good faith

Summary

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said President Trump has the legal right to ban certain reporters from the White House. Waltz stated that the ban targets journalists he believes are not acting honestly or fairly.

Key Facts

  • Ambassador Mike Waltz supports President Trump’s decision to bar some reporters from the White House.
  • Reporters from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW were banned.
  • The ban is said to be because these reporters are “not behaving” in good faith.
  • Waltz said the president has the right to limit access to government events.
  • The reason given is to ensure reporters cover events truthfully and fairly.
  • This statement was made during a news discussion on Sunday.
  • The issue involves press access to the White House and how the government controls it.
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