Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban

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A federal judge heard arguments on Wednesday regarding the Trump administration's ban on CNN, Politico, and MS NOW reporters from White House grounds. The media outlets argued the ban violates First Amendment rights and is a pretextual retaliation for critical reporting, while the Justice Department asserted the president has the right to exclude individuals. Judge Timothy Kelly stated he would rule as soon as possible on the request for a temporary restraining order to restore the reporters' access.

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During a roughly 45-minute hearing, a lawyer for CNN, Politico and MS NOW disputed Trump administration arguments that the ban was over national security concerns.

Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban

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