Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration Ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Press Access
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, ordering that their White House press access be restored.
Tyler Longview, TX, September 24, 2026 —
A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction, blocking the Trump administration’s ban on press access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The ruling mandates the immediate restoration of White House press credentials for the three news organizations.
The specific details regarding the initial ban, including the precise date it was enacted and the exact reasons cited by the administration for revoking press access, were not provided in the available information. Similarly, the identity of the federal judge, the court where the decision was made, and the specific legal arguments presented by both sides were not detailed.
The injunction means that journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico will again be permitted to attend White House briefings and events, a key aspect of reporting on the executive branch. The scope of the original ban and the subsequent legal challenge focused on the restoration of this access.
The impact of this judicial decision on the broader relationship between the White House and news organizations remains to be seen. Further legal proceedings may clarify the administration’s authority to restrict press access and the criteria under which such actions can be taken. The exact timeline for any further legal developments or the administration’s response to the order was not specified. The case highlights ongoing tensions and legal disputes concerning media access to the presidency.
Story summarized from the original created by JOCELYN NOVECK and HALLIE GOLDEN, Associated Press on www.ketk.com, see more information here.
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