CNN, MS NOW, Politico regain White House access, judge cites due process

A federal judge issued a 14-day restraining order blocking the White House from banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The ruling requires the administration to restore press access immediately.

The court found the outlets will likely prove their press passes were revoked without Fifth Amendment due process. The judge noted the administration failed to provide fair notice or establish clear conduct standards for pass revocation.

The legal challenge began after the White House banned the organizations over accusations of publishing FAKE NEWS. These outlets represent key entities within the communication services sector.