Justice Department Investigates CNN, MS Now, and Politico Over Suspension of Trump Press Pool Coverage
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an investigation into CNN, MS Now, and Politico for suspending press pool coverage at Trump events. The DOJ cited the Sherman Act, alleging potential antitrust violations due to group boycotts. The White House had previously blocked access for these networks, prompting them to restrict coverage.
Where Sources Diverge
The 'the-hollywood-reporter' article mentions the DOJ's reference to the Sherman Act as a potential legal basis, while the BBC articles do not specify the legal basis for the investigation.
Group boycotts among commercial competitors can violate the Sherman Act.
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
The BBC articles do not mention the DOJ's reference to the Sherman Act, while the 'the-hollywood-reporter' article does.
Group boycotts among commercial competitors can violate the Sherman Act.
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
Sources
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
"Group boycotts among commercial competitors can violate the Sherman Act," a DOJ spokesperson tells THR.
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.