Reporters from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW were allowed back into the White House after a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order to restore their press passes, which had been revoked by President Donald Trump. The media organizations had been denied entry earlier, prompting their lawyer to request an emergency hearing, claiming the government violated the court’s order. Judge Timothy Kelly ordered the government to comply, and access was restored by late morning. Kelly expressed doubt about the administration’s claim that national security concerns justified the revocation, noting that Trump did not mention such concerns when announcing the ban. This case highlights the ongoing tension between the media and the government regarding press freedom and access.
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Some banned media organizations return to the White House after judge’s order
