Judge orders Trump administration to grant three outlets White House access
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the administration to keep the three news outlets' White House access in place while their lawsuit proceeds, finding they are likely to win on their constitutional claims.
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What happened
A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that the Trump administration must let CNN, MS NOW and Politico access the White House while the outlets' lawsuit over the president's press ban continues. Judge Timothy Kelly extended the order and said the outlets are likely to succeed on their constitutional claims. CNN Worldwide Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Mark Thompson responded to the ruling.
Why it matters
The judge said the outlets are likely to succeed in their constitutional free speech and due process claims. The order keeps their access to the White House in place while the case proceeds.
Timeline
- Tuesday: A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to allow CNN, MS NOW and Politico access to the White House during their lawsuit over the press ban.
- Oct 14, 10:06 AM ET: Judge Timothy Kelly extended the order, ruling the outlets are likely to succeed on their free speech and due process claims.
- Oct 14, 12:03 PM ET: CNN Worldwide Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Mark Thompson reacted to the ruling in an interview on CNN.
Coverage
- CNN chief reacts to judge’s ruling on Trump press ban (CNN)
- Judge extends order barring Trump from banning CNN, MS NOW, Politico reporters (Spectrum News)
- Judge extends order giving CNN, MS NOW and Politico access to the White House (CNN)
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