US President Donald Trump has discussed the possibility of moving the White House press corps to another building, according to two people close to the president — a move that could escalate Trump’s clashes with news organizations over coverage and access, Robert Costa reported for CBS News on Oct. 21, 2026.
Outside allies of the president have pushed the idea in recent weeks, including former Trump strategist Steve Bannon, one source told CBS News. No final decisions have been made, according to both sources.
The discussions were first reported by The New York Times. White House communications director Steven Cheung said in a statement: “America is rightly distrustful of the fake news media because they fabricate stories based off lies and sources who are not even privy to any type of information. … All options remain on the table, and we will make an announcement when appropriate.”
Reporters have had dedicated workspaces in the White House building for more than a century.
The current press briefing room was constructed during the Nixon administration, replacing a swimming pool that dated back to Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency. But late last month, Trump posted a before-and-after image to Truth Social that suggested the briefing room could be turned back into a swimming pool.# (DIEGO MORRA)
