Trump signals possible retreat in the media dispute with CNN and other broadcasters

US President Donald Trump has promised to give in in the event of a defeat in the legal dispute with CNN and other media over a ban on access to the White House. In such a case, he would "probably" allow the banned media CNN, MS Now and "Politico" access to his official residence again, said Trump in response to a reporter's question on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Meanwhile, Trump once again sowed doubts about the integrity of the judge in charge and described him as “unfair.” The day before, Trump had already admitted that the judge would probably rule against the government.

On Friday, Trump announced that he would revoke access to the White House from the three media companies CNN, MS Now and Politico with immediate effect. The US President accused them of spreading fake news. Critics see this as an attempt at intimidation and an attack on press freedom. The three media companies are suing against their banishment.

In the middle of the dispute, the White House launched its own online channel. The stream called “Trump TV” initially showed speeches by the president and exercises by the US armed forces, whose effectiveness was praised. According to the White House, "Trump TV" will run 24 hours a day - "with the best moments from the past, announcements and the latest and most important news from the government." Initially no own productions or journalistic content could be seen.