Trump banned CNN due to coverage dissatisfaction, while networks refused participation in the TV pool, following a UN speech.

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
• 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
• United Nations →

  global international and intergovernmental organization

  • Escalating conflict involves Iran and Saudi Arabia, with fighting intensifying between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis. Karami warns of a firm response to miscalculation.Mon 17:52
  • The African Union established a joint mechanism on reparative justice.Mon 17:31

Related events

• 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 attempted to ban CNN from the White House grounds and questioned US success in the war with Iran.Tue 21:02
• Trump targeted Fox News with bans and suits, and banned CNN from White House access.Sat 05:41
• Xi Jinping's state visit to the US coincided with Trump's administration implementing bans and protocols regarding media coverage of political events.Sat 04:46