CNN says White House barred its crew from boarding Air Force One for Saturday game trip

CNN, which belongs to the rotating video pool that provides footage of the U.S. president, reported that it had been slated to travel on Air Force One this Saturday for a midday sporting event. The network said the White House declined to grant permission for its crew to board the aircraft, effectively barring them from the trip. The denial underscores the continuing friction between the administration and media organisations seeking access to presidential travel. No immediate statement was received from the White House to explain the decision. The president was expected to attend the game, but further details about the event have not been disclosed.