The Associated Press and the Trump administration are back before a federal appeals court.
Julie Pace , AP's executive editor,that the question of access is not just about AP; it's about people's access to the government that works for them. “When we talk about press freedom, we are really talking about your freedom.
Reporters ask questions, photographers take pictures, and video journalists record history on your behalf to ensure that you are informed about the things you don’t have the time to unearth, watch or learn about for yourself,” Pace wrote. “Letting the government control which journalists can cover the highest office in the land and setting rules about what those journalists can say or write is a direct attempt to undercut the First Amendment,” Pace wrote. “It should worry all of us.” The Trump administration says it is up to the White House, not the press, to decide access to areas where space is limited. The White House Correspondents' Association had been deciding who is in the press pools since the Eisenhower administration.saying it wanted to broaden access to include other news outlets. “If the AP means to suggest that the White House lacks authority to limit who may engage in news gathering activities from sensitive areas of the White House, it is legally mistaken,” the administration said in its supporting brief. A lower court ruled this spring that the government couldn’t retaliate against a news organization for its speech, but the appeals court halted any response to the ruling until an appeal takes place.The president said that AP’s access would remain restrictedNearly four dozen press organizations, and news outlets from ProPublica to Fox News Channel, along with The New York Times and The Washington Post, filed a brief in support of the AP. “When any news outlet is chilled … the press and the public as a whole lose out, no matter how many reporters or cameras remain in the room,” the outlets said.Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Families receive free turkey dinners across JacksonvilleNear record temps in Jacksonville on SaturdayAddressing A4dability: How to verify your home builder's tax estimateFather of Jacksonville rapper ‘Ksoo’ sentenced to time served in 2020 ambush murder19 weiner dogs get new homes at ACPS eventRichard's Swing Makeover Pt. 11: Time to assemble!Skating returns to its roots as Planet Skate revives Northside tradition▶Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - He etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 Duval St.▶President Trump signs bill to release Epstein files. What happens next?Downtown Jacksonville Investment Authority approves nearly $2 million for Mag's Cafe renovationNews4JAX reporter Aleesia Hatcher explains why online rumors of Jacksonville serial killer beganWater quality concerns in Fernandina Beach▶JSO addresses social media rumors of serial killer in JacksonvilleRichard's Swing Makeover Pt. 10: It's time to paint!Hometown ESPN analyst gets greenlight to build 20K square foot fitness facility in St. Johns CountyHometown ESPN analyst gets greenlight to build 20K square foot fitness facility in St. Johns CountyThe Weather Authority breaks down the numbers for our ongoing drought1:09River City Guide: Northeast Florida events to get you moving from Nov. 20 - Nov. 23Family identifies woman found dead under Blanding Boulevard bridgeDry spell continues across Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaMore than 120 children rescued in 'Operation Home for the Holidays'The Ultimate TAILgate: Jax animal services hosts pet adoption ahead of Jags game
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