News outlets ask federal court to block enforcement of White House access ban.
They publishedNews organizations ask court to bar White House enforcement of access ban
29 Sept, 10:37ZThree outlets seek extension of White House ban injunction
First reportNPR · 29 Sept, 08:13Z
Latest reportcbsnews.com · 29 Sept, 10:37Z
Span2 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
News outlets asked a federal court to block enforcement of a White House access ban.
Why
The case concerns media access to the White House and judicial review of the restriction.
Watch
Watch for the court's decision and any White House response.
Where the coverage comes from
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- CNN, MS NOW, and Politico ask courts to extend the restraining order on the White House ban.
- Judge Timothy Kelly issued a two-week temporary restraining order restoring access.
- Filing argues the ban is unlawful and violates First Amendment rights and due process.
- State that White House has unpredictably enforcing the ban, including selective action against CNN.
- Case concerns the White House pool rotation and access during presidential events.