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Justice Department investigating major TV networks over suspending pool coverage of Trump
The Justice Department said it is investigating five major TV broadcast networks for potentially violating federal antitrust laws after the networks temporarily declined to provide pool coverage of President Donald Trump, a department spokesperson said.The investigation into the networks that make up the White House TV press pool — NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN and Fox News — is underway, and the department sent out "civil investigative demands" on Friday, according to a Justice Department official."Members of the television press pool have boycotted covering White House events. Group boycotts among commercial competitors can violate the Sherman Act. The Antitrust Division is simply investigating to determine whether these news organizations have violated the antitrust laws," department spokeswoman Emily Covington said Saturday.The pool is a rotating group of networks that share duties of recording the president's activities during public appearances and travel. The network performing pool duty then distributes information and media, such as video footage and audio, to other outlets. The New York Times first reported the investigation. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Trump Administration Oct 5 White House removes Politico from press pool for Trump's trip to Nebraska Media Sep 25 CNN left off Air Force One for Trump's upcoming trip, White House signals in new media restriction Trump Administration Sep 23 Defending Trump media ban, DOJ cites national security and says White House access is a 'privilege' ABC News said it has not received any notification from the Justice Department but expects to. Representatives for NBC, CBS and CNN declined to comment. Fox did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The investigation appears to be the latest move from the White House in its escalating feud against the press corps. Last month, Trump barred CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White House grounds, citing what he said was "their constant 'reporting' FAKE NEWS!" The other networks in the TV pool briefly declined to participate in pool duties after CNN was removed from its spot in the rotation. CNN, MS Now and Politico sued against the ban, claiming it was a violation of the First Amendment. They were reinstated about a week later after a judge ruled that the administration had to temporarily restore their access for 14 days. A federal judge this week extended the order to Tuesday. The five major networks released a joint statement at the time, saying, "The public has a vital interest in receiving accurate, independent information about its government. No administration should restrict a news organization because it objects to its reporting." The pool system has been recognized by administrations from both parties for decades, and the coverage is used by pool members and subscribers, which includes outlets like Newsmax, One America News Network, C-SPAN and international outlets. During the time the outlets declined to provide pool coverage, individual TV networks, including NBC News, continued to provide coverage of White House events that were open to the press, outside of the pool. Bruce D. Brown, president of the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, said in a statement that the First Amendment protects the decisions news organizations make about coverage, and called the investigation "another and even more brazen attempt to try to intimidate journalists." Kelly O'Donnell reported from Washington, and Marlene Lenthang from Los Angeles. Rebecca Kaplan contributed.
'My body is still peaking': Eliud Kipchoge wins first marathon in three years
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US justice department investigating TV networks over Trump pool coverage
Investigation launched after five broadcasters last month ceased presidential coverage after CNN, MS Now and Politico were barred from White HouseThe US Department of Justice is investigating whether the decision of the White House television press pool to halt coverage of the US president, Donald Trump, last month violated antitrust law, an agency spokesperson said Saturday.A spokesperson for the department said group boycotts among business competitors might violate US law. "The Antitrust Division is simply investigating to determine whether these news organizations have violated the antitrust laws," they said. Continue reading...
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Nylander ties a career high with 5 points as Maple Leafs beat Avalanche
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MLB Highlights: Guardians 2, White Sox 0
Gavin Williams struck out 12 batters and allowed one hit, and Jose Ramirez hit a two-run home run to clinch a series comeback and send the Cleveland Guardians to the ALCS with a 2-0 win over the Chicago White Sox in Game 5 of the division series.
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Tracker — 4x2: "Switchback" (CBS)
When a mother and daughter vanish while hiking the Pacific Divide Trail, Colter races to find them after discovering they were being stalked.
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Today In History
2002 — U.S. Congress Authorizes Force Against Iraq
The U.S. Congress passed a bill in 2002 granting broad authority to President George W. Bush to use force against Iraq.
2000 — Valentina Tereshkova Awarded Greatest Woman Achiever
In a ceremony in London, the International Women of the Year Association awarded the title Greatest Woman Achiever of the Century to Russian cosmonaut Valentina V. Tereshkova, the first woman in space
1991 — Clarence Thomas Supreme Court Confirmation Controversy
During the confirmation hearings of Clarence Thomas—who had been nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court—American lawyer Anita Hill testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee and accused him of sexual harassment; her allegations polarized Americans, and Thomas was narrowly confirmed, 52–48
1984 — Kathryn Sullivan's Historic Spacewalk
American astronaut Kathryn Sullivan became the first woman to walk in space
1975 — Saturday Night Live Debuts on NBC
The TV sketch comedy and variety show Saturday Night Live debuted on NBC and became a landmark in American television
1974 — NRC Established by President Ford
In 1974, President Gerald R. Ford established the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to oversee the civilian use of nuclear materials in the United States. The NRC was created to ensure the safe and responsible utilization of nuclear power and materials for the benefit of the American people.
1971 — John Lennon's "Imagine" Single Release
British musician John Lennon's Imagine was released as a single; an iconic song of hope and peace, it is arguably the best-known work of his solo career
1962 — Opening of the Second Vatican Council
The Second Vatican Council, announced by Pope John XXIII in 1959, opened this day in 1962, lasted for three years, and remains a symbol (controversial to some) of the church's readiness to adapt to modern life
1958 — U.S. Probe Pioneer1 Launched into Lunar Orbit
The unmanned U.S. deep-space probe Pioneer 1 was launched into lunar orbit
1944 — Film Noir Classic "Laura" Premieres in New York
The 1944 film noir classic "Laura", directed by Otto Preminger and starring Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, premiered in New York City.
1899 — Outbreak of the Second Boer War
The Second Boer War began in 1899 between Great Britain and the Boer republics of the South African Republic (Transvaal) and the Orange Free State. This conflict was the result of rising tensions over the discovery of gold in the Boer republics and the desire of the British to control the region.
1890 — Founding of the Daughters of the American Revolution
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) was organized in 1890 to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism.
1531 — Battle of Kappel: Protestant defeat in Swiss Reformation
Protestant troops under Jörg Göldli were defeated by Roman Catholic troops at the Battle of Kappel during the Swiss Reformation

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