Trump Appeals AP Access Court Order

The Associated Press (AP) was denied access to cover an Oval Office meeting with President Trump and El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, despite a court order mandating their reinstatement. The restriction arises from the AP's refusal to use 'Gulf of America' instead of 'Gulf of Mexico' in its reporting, prompting a lawsuit asserting First Amendment rights. U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden ordered the White House to restore the AP's access, but the Trump administration is appealing the decision. An appeals court hearing is set for Thursday to consider delaying the district court's order. AP's exclusion persists despite the court order, with the White House maintaining control over press pool access. This legal conflict highlights ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the media over editorial independence.