That was clearly an abuse of power. And then finally and again most concerningly attempted intimidation of the press, repeatedly excluding the press. Really, The press is now excluded largely from covering the Defense Department. The press is significantly restricted from covering the State Department. The press is crowded out, at least dissenting opinions from the White House press conference, also subject to litigation. (21:13–21:18)
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