Explainer: What the White House press pool is and why it matters
CNBC examines how a ban on three news outlets could affect public access to information about the president.
According to CNBC, questions are being raised about the White House press pool system after President Donald Trump's administration imposed a media ban affecting three news outlets.
CNBC reports the ban could limit the public's visibility into the president's actions, given the press pool's traditional role in covering the president's movements and events on behalf of the wider media.
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- What is the White House press pool and why does it matter? — CNBC — Top News
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