On September 22, 2026, the White House launched a 24/7 'Trump TV' stream on its YouTube channel. This move came in response to major U.S. media outlets' refusal to broadcast Donald Trump's speeches live.
Reasons for the Media Conflict
The conflict between the White House and American media began on September 18, when Trump announced a ban on access to the White House for journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The president accused these outlets of spreading "fake news." The following day, journalists from these media were denied entry to the administration's premises, and their press credentials were deactivated.
Media Response
In response to the administration's actions, major U.S. television networks, such as ABC, CBS, Fox News, and NBC, announced a halt to joint television coverage of presidential events. This was an act of solidarity with the journalists who had lost access to the White House.
Launch of 'Trump TV'
The launch of 'Trump TV' on YouTube represents an attempt by the Trump administration to bypass traditional media and directly reach its supporters. The 24/7 stream allows the president to control the content and avoid the criticism that often accompanies coverage of his speeches in mainstream media.