Melania Trump allows CNN coverage of her initiatives while Donald Trump institutes a ban on news organizations.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
  • The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
• Melania Trump →

  First Lady of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Melania Trump and Scott Bessent announced the launch of 'Fostering the Future Accounts'.Sun 22:53
  • A high-profile state visit to Beijing began on September 1, 2026, involving principals and focusing on shared aspirations.Sun 04:08
• CNN →

  American news channel

  • Ellison is preparing to take control of CNN, while Paramount completes the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trump hosts Xi Jinping.Mon 17:21
  • Reports detail the bureau's handling of counterterrorism cases, involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Bloomberg Law, and CNN.Mon 16:46

Related events

• Trump views outlets as potential targets of bans, with Stephanie Grisham serving as press secretary during the tenure.Thu 01:44
• Trump banned CNN from White House coverage, while NPR suspended audio coverage and the UN allowed CNN access.Wed 05:06
• Donald Trump banned CNN and other media outlets on September 21, 2026.Sep 21
• Donald Trump banned CNN from White House access.Wed 11:40
• Trump banned news organizations reporting fake news, leading WBUR and NPR to boycott and refuse coverage.Thu 03:17