Overview
- Stephen Miller told Fox News host Sean Hannity that CNN rejected offering him a slot on any program on any topic.
- CNN responded that administration officials, including Miller, are welcome and said decisions are based on daily news priorities.
- White House communications director Steven Cheung said Miller offered to appear on any CNN show and accused the network of declining out of fear.
- Coverage noted Miller’s last CNN appearance was Oct. 6, when he had a heated exchange with anchor Boris Sanchez over immigration enforcement.
- Conservative outlets amplified the ‘ban’ narrative, while separate reporting highlighted President Trump’s call for CNN to be sold and newsroom independence concerns tied to potential ownership changes.