The Hartmann Report
The Hartmann Report
Thom Hartmann
Trump Signals Openness to Jailing Reporters Over Leaks
31 minutes Posted Oct 4, 2026 at 7:00 pm.
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The president announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House on Sept. 18, citing "their constant 'reporting' FAKE NEWS!" The three outlets sued, and Trump-appointed Judge Timothy Kelly subsequently issued a 14-day temporary restraining order directing the administration to restore their access. Now, Trump has ominously raised the prospect of jailing reporters over leaks, telling members of the press, "I haven't done that — yet."
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