On Monday, five major US television networks—ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, and Fox News—staged a coordinated protest against the Trump administration’s decision to restrict access for certain news organizations. The networks collectively suspended their participation in "pooled coverage," a system where one network provides footage of the president to others, effectively boycotting the opportunity to cover a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new White House helipad.

In a joint statement, the networks argued that no administration should be permitted to restrict a news organization simply because it objects to that outlet's reporting. The protest was triggered by the administration's decision to bar MS NOW, CNN, and Politico from attending White House events. During the event in question, President Trump made a brief statement, though reports indicate the audio was inaudible to those present. While the networks framed the boycott as a defense of press freedom, the administration has not yet issued a formal response to the collective action taken by the media organizations.