CNN, MS NOW, and Politico have intensified their lawsuit against Donald Trump, seeking immediate restoration of their access to the White House press pool. They claim the president's ban is unlawful retaliation for their coverage. A judge had previously ordered the restoration of credentials but did not allow the reporters back into the press pool during the ongoing case. The networks argue they are being excluded due to viewpoint discrimination, as Trump favors other journalists.
Key facts
- CNN, MS NOW, and Politico filed an updated lawsuit against Trump on October 28, 2026.
- Judge Timothy Kelly previously ruled the White House must restore journalists' credentials.
- The networks claim the ban is unlawful retaliation for their First Amendment rights.
- Since the ban on September 18, CNN has been barred from Air Force One six times.
- A White House official stated that the networks can report from outside the White House.
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