CNN Files Suit Against White House to Reverse Jim Acosta Press Pass Suspension | THR News

CNN Files Suit Against White House to Reverse Jim Acosta Press Pass Suspension | THR News

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CNN filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to restore Jim Acosta's White House credentials, arguing it violated First and Fifth Amendment rights. The lawsuit names several White House officials and claims the revocation creates a chilling effect on journalism. The White House defends its decision, accusing Acosta of inappropriate behavior. CNN counters that Acosta is a respected journalist and that the White House's actions are unprecedented. The case highlights tensions between the media and the administration over press freedom.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason CNN filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration?

To reverse the suspension of Jim Acosta's White House credentials

To challenge the election results

To seek financial compensation for damages

To demand a public apology from the President

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who announced the suspension of Jim Acosta's credentials?

President Trump

Sarah Huckabee Sanders

John Kelly

Bill Shine

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the White House's claim regarding Jim Acosta's interaction with the intern?

He refused to leave the press conference

He placed his hands on the intern

He shouted at the President

He broke a microphone

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does CNN argue that Acosta's hard pass is essential?

It allows him to attend international events

It is necessary for his role as a White House correspondent

It provides him with a security clearance

It grants him access to classified information

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does CNN claim the revocation of Acosta's credentials violates?

The Tenth Amendment

The Second Amendment

The Fourth Amendment

The First and Fifth Amendments