US judge backs CNN, MS Now, Politico access to White House
Summary
A federal judge blocked the White House from banning CNN, MS Now and Politico journalists, ordering their access to be restored while a lawsuit over the move continues. The ruling said the outlets are likely to succeed on due process and First Amendment claims after President Donald Trump labeled their reporting “fake news” and barred them from the White House.
Key Points
- A federal judge ordered the White House to keep allowing CNN, MS Now and Politico journalists access while their lawsuit proceeds.
- Judge Timothy Kelly said the outlets are likely to prevail on due process and First Amendment claims.
- President Donald Trump barred the outlets from the White House on September 18, calling their reporting “fake news” and “fiction and lies.”
- The temporary restoration of White House credentials had been set to expire Tuesday before the court extended relief.
