Federal judge hears challenge to Trump's White House press ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico

President Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House grounds, prompting the outlets to sue and seek a temporary restraining order. U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly heard arguments on September 23, 2026, and signaled skepticism that the administration followed due process precedents, but did not immediately rule. The Justice Department defended the ban as a privilege revocation based on national security and professionalism concerns.