US Judge Restores Press Credentials for CNN and Other Outlets

A US judge has blocked President Donald Trump's White House ban on CNN and other major news outlets, restoring their press credentials after they filed a federal lawsuit. The White House had revoked access for CNN, MSNBC, and Politico, accusing them of publishing falsehoods. The outlets sued, arguing the ban violated their First Amendment and due-process rights. Judge Timothy Kelly questioned whether proper due process was given before access was revoked. The ruling cites established precedent requiring Fifth Amendment protections for journalists. The temporary restraining order immediately restores the outlets' credentials while the legal case proceeds.