The African journalist filed a federal lawsuit against the White House press secretary and the Secret Service, accusing them of unconstitutionally rescinding his badge.
WASHINGTON — African journalist Simon Ateba filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and the Secret Service, accusing them of unconstitutionally rescinding his press badge following a series of briefing-room disruptions.
African journalist Simon Ateba filed a federal lawsuit against White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and the Secret Service, accusing them of unconstitutionally rescinding his press badge.Although some journalists privately agreed with Ateba, the timing of his interruption was widely scorned and fellow reporters attempted to hush him because he shouted before Jean-Pierre or the celebrity guests had an opportunity to speak.“Defendants violated Mr.
Ateba, who was born in Cameroon and formerly worked in Nigeria, writes for Today News Africa, an online publication he founded, and when called on at the White House, has asked questions about matters that impact Africa — ranging from malaria policy and Temporary Protected Status for Africans living in the US — as well as about matters that other journalists shy away from.
His badge was terminated on July 31, he said, and he subsequently applied for a badge renewal on Aug. 4. Only one hard pass holder who reapplied was denied, a spokesperson told Politico. It’s unclear who that individual is.
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