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US justice department investigates TV networks over Trump pool coverage

The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.

Sources (2)· Oct 10, 11:09 PM to Oct 11, 5:05 AM

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Spokane Spokesman-Review· Oct 10, 11:09 PMJustice Department probes TV networks over Trump pool coverage - Sat, 10 Oct 2026 PST
BBC News· Oct 11, 5:05 AMUS justice department investigates TV networks over Trump pool coverage

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