Justice Department probes TV networks over White House pool access
The department is examining whether networks pulling back from Trump coverage broke antitrust law, after the White House restricted access for several outlets.
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What happened
The Justice Department is investigating television networks after the White House blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico. Those outlets responded by restricting their pool coverage. The department says it is examining whether the White House press pool's decision violated antitrust laws.
Why it matters
The probe centers on whether the press pool's decision broke antitrust laws. The reports do not state any further consequences.
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