The Wall Street Journal questioned the purpose behind Donald Trump's recent confrontations with the media, asking why he chose to provoke such disputes in the first place. The newspaper's conservative editorial board noted that no president has seemed to enjoy media attention more than Trump, and that media outlets banned from White House briefings can still report on the administration.
A federal judge issued a temporary order on Thursday to halt Trump's ban on CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from the White House grounds while litigation continues. The editorial board concluded with a pointed observation about Trump's well-known affinity for the spotlight, suggesting a comparison between his love of swimming and his love of being on television. The former reality television personality's past interactions with the press have been a frequent subject of discussion and criticism.
The editorial board mused about the nature of Trump's engagement with news organizations, referencing that the current press briefing room was once a swimming pool. This remark underscored the irony of the situation, highlighting Trump's apparent enjoyment of media attention.