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Federal judge orders Trump administration to restore White House access for CNN and Politico

US District Judge Tim Kelly ordered the Trump administration on Thursday to immediately restore press passes for journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico.

Judge orders Trump administration to restore White House access to CNN, MS Now and Politico
File photo Judge orders Trump administration to restore White House access to CNN, MS Now and Politico Photo: The Guardian

Temporary relief granted to reporters

The judge issued a temporary restraining order that will remain in effect for 14 days. This ruling requires the administration to return the confiscated press credentials without delay.

Court rejects national security claims

Judge Kelly stated that the record lacks factual support for the government's contention regarding national security. He noted that the letters sent to the news outlets came after the revocation occurred and the lawsuit was filed.

Due process rights at stake

The judge cited past case law showing journalists are entitled to advance notice before a pass is suspended. He emphasized that officials must provide an opportunity for the journalist to be heard before deprivation happens.

7 outlets, different leads

  • The Guardian

    Judge orders Trump administration to restore White House access to CNN, MS Now and Politico

  • France 24

    🔴 US judge lifts Trump's White House ban on CNN, MS NOW, Politico

  • ABC News Australia

    Breaking: Judge orders reversal of Trump's White House media ban

  • South China Morning Post

    US judge orders Trump to lift White House ban on news outlets

  • The Hill

    Judge orders White House to immediately restore access to CNN, MS NOW, Politico

  • NPR

    Judge orders Trump administration to restore journalists' access to White House

  • Dawn

    Judge blocks Trump's White House media ban, orders access to be restored

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