Judge blocks Trump ban on CNN, MSNBC, Politico; White House defies order
President Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, 2026, accusing them of "fake news." Their press credentials were revoked and reporters denied entry. The outlets sued, citing First Amendment violations. On September 24, Judge Timothy Kelly issued a temporary restraining order restoring access for 14 days, finding the ban likely violated due process. The White House initially defied the order, barring reporters from a state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping, before eventually restoring access later that day.
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