The White House has requested a judge to maintain restrictions on the Associated Press's access to certain press events, arguing that this access is a discretionary choice of the president rather than an inherent constitutional right. This significant case comes following the AP's lawsuit alleging violation of its First Amendment rights after being barred from prestigious events due to content choices. The White House's stance reflects a broader concern over media influence and language shaping in news reporting, as they respond to claims of bias from Republicans, while also facing support from press associations like the White House Correspondents Association.
"This case is about the Associated Press losing special media access to the President-a quintessentially discretionary presidential choice that infringes no constitutional right."
"Presidents historically provided this special access to the Associated Press, but that discretionary choice does not create a constitutional right."
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