Judge blocks Trump's ban, CNN, MSNBC, and Politico regain White House access
CNN, MSNOW and Politico reporters were allowed back into the White House on Thursday after a federal judge blocked President Donald Trump's ban, restoring their press credentials. Judge Timothy Kelly ruled the revocation likely violated their constitutional due process rights. Reporters initially faced another setback when Secret Service turned them away early Thursday, but they were later admitted around midday. Kelly criticized the White House's process, noting individuals must receive notice and a hearing before being deprived of protected interests. Trump barred the outlets on Friday, accusing them of "fake news," while the White House cited national security concerns. The judge expressed skepticism about that justification, and five major broadcasters halted pool coverage in solidarity with the news organizations.