Acosta gets his press pass back: Judgement (border, terrorist, radio)

[Ted Bear]

No love for Acosta (whose gift to mankind is he?), but when you are questioning the Dotard and SHS it is not easy. Both of them are well documented liars who act holier than thou while uttering all sorts of unbelievable nonsense.


Any attempt to get honest information from them is going to sound hostile. Just what they want. Once the questioning gets tough, the duo can stomp their feet and say they are being picked on, and claim the press is mean. All part of the Trump strategy.


Like him or not, if you don't stand up for the freedom of the press, the consequences are going to be even harder on you. If you think he is up there standing up for you/your 'rights', the surprise may knock you over.


And when they came for me.... (look it up...you'll see what happens).

[trobesmom]

Originally Posted by biggunsmallbrains

Most aspiring authoritarians would.

I think the media should not show up to any of his briefings or talk at all about what he's doing. We have a lot more positive things we could be reporting on in this country, reporting on people who actually care about others and what they're doing to help. I think we are focused on politics too much. It's getting tiresome.

[Cali Doll]

Originally Posted by NeutralParty

It really IS that simple.

Acosta asks tough questions, and when Trump answers with BS, Acosta asks tougher follow up questions to challenge Trump's lies.

Donald isn't used to being challenged and normally just says whatever he wants without being challenged.

Trump is still having a tough time realizing that being POTUS is a lot different than being a private ciziten CEO.

Everything you say as POTUS will be fact-checked. Tro lies so much and Acosta challenges him on those lies.

THAT is why Trump and city-Data Trump supporters hate Jim Acosta SO much.

^This is the simple truth. It’s also why I adore Jim Acosta.

[mohawkx]

Originally Posted by ELOrocks17

No, not really. Acosta can shout from the rooftop of CNN HQ all he wants, he can speak whatever he wants, just not WHEREever he wants

So, I think I finally understand the logic. Acosta Asking Trump to clarify his statements that Soros is funding the Caravan and the caravan is an invasion of criminals and terrorists that will overwhelm our borders is really no different than yelling "fire" in a crowded movie theater and is against the first amendment and should be banned.

Thanks for the constitutional clarification Electric Light Orchestra. Everything is much clearer now.

[i_love_autumn]

Originally Posted by trobesmom

Personally I think all media should ignore Trump and not talk about him at all.

O-M-G ME TOO, then America would be LIBERATED from him....because HE WOULD HAVE A TOTAL MELTDOWN!

[Williepaws]

Easy to deal with the likes of crappy reporterslike Acosta- dont call on them. They arent worth the time.

[i_love_autumn]

Originally Posted by Williepaws

Easy to deal with the likes of crappy reporterslike Acosta- dont call on them. They arent worth the time.

Trump isn't worth ANY Reporter's time to even ask him anything, or even to let him spew his INSANE NONSENSE!

[mohawkx]

Originally Posted by trobesmom

I think the media should not show up to any of his briefings or talk at all about what he's doing. We have a lot more positive things we could be reporting on in this country, reporting on people who actually care about others and what they're doing to help. I think we are focused on politics too much. It's getting tiresome.

To be fair though, the disgust and revulsion of Trump and his policies as reported in detail by the press is probably what was responsible for the largest turnout of Democratic voters in a midterm in 75 years. The truth, even in the face of trump's propaganda, was able to overwhelm The Trump juggernaut and the republicans who have lost their backbone. We now control the nation's purse and the nation's administrative investigative body.
The free press has the job of discrediting and exposing lies and untruths from our leaders. Or at least get explanations of specious statements made by leaders with no basis in fact. As it says in WaPo's header, "Democracy Dies in Darkness"
Only in autocratic nations is the press limited to good news.
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[Ohiogirl81]

Originally Posted by Vegabern

Oh, that's rich.

I spit my lunch all over my keyboard when I read that! LOl

Originally Posted by 4dognight

The other leftist journalist in the room ask tough questions. Jimbo is a shill who wants to debate and scream out his opinion. Acosta is an attention prostitute, among other things.

Your paragraph makes no sense. Are you saying there is another "leftist journalist" in the White House press room? If Jim Acosta is a shill, what is he selling? And how does asking questions of the president result in being an "attention prostitute"? How else do you get the president to answer your questions, other than getting his attention?

Curious ...

Originally Posted by augiedogie

Cancel press briefings and put out press releases. Interviews given only to journalists and others who ask fair questions and are not abusive. CNN might have hire some new people.

Who defines "fair"?

Originally Posted by Corrie22

Judge has no authority over the White House.....

Perhaps you're not familiar with the checks and balances system that is one of the bedrocks of the federal government.

Originally Posted by ATX Wahine

You are making patently untrue claims here. The judge restored his pass temporarily on the grounds that he did not receive due process. The Constitition isn’t really involved in that decision. The White House has rules that must be followed to revoke a press pass and they didn’t follow them. That’s what was decided. Not any 1A issues.

Due process is a Constitutional issue, but others have argued that truth better than I can.

Originally Posted by petch751

This is all about Acosta making a name for himself lol.

He made a name for himself a long time ago. Where have you been?

Originally Posted by petch751

Well if so he took his cue from liberals who every day throw temper tantrums, and insult people. Democrats don't like it when people fight back obviously. Trump is supposed to cower and take the abuse.

Trump throws his own tantrums and insults reporters on almost a daily basis. Sometimes you need to fight fire with fire - or, in Trump's case, bring yourself down to his level.

Originally Posted by OpinionInOcala

In fact, it was Mr. Acosta's recent actions that actively prevented other members of the Free Press from exercising their rights and executing their duties on the behalf of both their employers and the American People..

He did not stop any other reporters from asking questions; as has been documented already, plenty of other reporters asked questions - and follow-up questions - during that press conference.

Originally Posted by dashrendar4454

Since when is someone entitled access to the White Hoise?

When they present their credentials from a legitimate news organization and satisfy the White House's background checks.

Originally Posted by Scooby Snacks

A person has freedom of speech in most situations but they do not have the automatic right to enter most buildings without invitation and report on anything they want to. They must be asked to come in.

See above.

When I was in college, I interned in Washington one summer through a journalism think tank that no longer exists. I worked at the State Department, the White House, and the Capitol. The first time I attended press briefings at the State Department and the White House, I had to present my credentials and a boatload of personal information I forget how many days ahead of time, and wait for approval. This was in addition to the information I had to supply to each department as part of my internship application, which I know was supplied to the White House but I'm not sure about the others.

I was not asked to come in; I asked for approval to come in.

Likewise, when presidents Reagan and Bush 41 came to the town in which I was working as a member of the press, I had to gain clearance ahead of time by supplying voluminous documents and presenting my professional credentials in order to be in the press pool.

Originally Posted by Hellion1999

people calm down......this was temporary. The Judge still has to rule on the case and explain how Acosta's free speech and due process were violated which he hasn't done. Once he opens up to that the SC will overturn him.

The Supreme Court won't give this the time of day. If I'm wrong, I'll acknowledge that when the time comes.

Originally Posted by Chowhound

The reporters are there to "report" not have a dialog/debate.

Asking questions and follow-up questions often does lead to debate. It's the nature of the business.

Originally Posted by FatBob96

The Free Press portion of the First Amendment doesn't guarantee access to the President.

If that were the case, then thousands of journalists across the country could sue , claiming their rights are being violated because they aren't granted access.

Any journalist can request access to the White House press corps. It's not likely that a reporter from the Small Town Times will gain access, but anyone can ask.

Originally Posted by Redraven

Then acosta should be seated in the back of the room. He should NEVER be given a microphone again. He should never be called upon to ask a question. He should never be responded to in any way, not even if his shirt is on fire. ALL CNN flaks should join him in the back row. If any of them stands up before the press conference is finished, they should be told by the Secret Service to "Sit down and shut up or leave the room!"
No, I do not believe the President (or anybody else) has any duty under the Constitution or any of the Amendments to recognize their existence in any way.

The president and his/her staff have the duty to treat each reporter equally. Your scenario does nothing of the sort.

Originally Posted by eqttrdr

At least Acosta should respect the OFFICE if not the man

His actions disrespect the OFFICE of the POTUS and exactly why he shouldn't be permanently banned

At least the president should respect the REPORTER if not the man.

The president's actions disrespect the REPORTER.

See how that works?

Originally Posted by InformedConsent

The Department of Labor should file charges against Acosta. It's a violation of US Labor Law for a male to use physical force/intimidation to prevent a female from doing her job.

OMG, give it up already. You're embarrassing yourself.

Originally Posted by NeutralParty

Someone is #Triggered

LMAO!

[Hellion1999]

Originally Posted by trobesmom

Personally I think all media should ignore Trump and not talk about him at all.

but their ratings would go down....that means they finally have to report news, something they don't like and have low ratings.....what would CNN do without Trump?