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Trump tells female reporter to 'be quiet' over press pool ban
Original: Trump tells female MS Now reporter to ‘be quiet’ amid questions on press pool ban
President Trump told Akayla Gardner, a female reporter for MS Now, to 'be quiet' when she questioned the White House's attempted ban of the network from the press pool. He also doubled down on his criticism of CNN and MS Now. The exchange has drawn attention to ongoing tensions between the administration and news organisations over press access.
Why now: The president's dismissive treatment of a reporter during a press-access dispute is sparking debate about press freedom and his attitude toward journalists.
Donald TrumpAkayla GardnerMS NowCNNWhite House
Evidence
- Trump tells female MS Now reporter to ‘be quiet’ amid questions on press pool ban · The Guardian
US president doubles down on criticism of CNN and MS Now as Akayla Gardner questions attempted White House ban
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