In a controversial move, the Trump White House has eliminated the permanent spot for wire services in the press pool, escalating its ongoing conflict with the Associated Press (AP). Despite a court order mandating that the AP be allowed access to White House events, officials have defied this ruling, baring AP reporters from the Oval Office and limiting access to other news agencies including Reuters. Critics argue that these actions undermine press freedoms and public access to information. The AP has responded by seeking further court intervention, highlighting concerns about the implications for the First Amendment. This latest media policy shakeup raises alarms regarding transparency and the role of the press in holding the government accountable.