The Daily PulseWorld• Updated
CNN, MS NOW and Politico barred from White House despite court order
Reported by Rohit Yadav (Staff Writer) · The Hindu - International ·
Confirmed by a second source: Indian Express - World
Representative image · Wikimedia CommonsUPDATE - follow-up to Judge orders White House to restore access to news outlets Trump banned: Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico were turned away by Secret Service at the White House entrance on Thursday, September 24, 2026, even though a federal judge ordered their access be restored. The three outlets said the ban violates the First Amendment. U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly, who heard the case on September 23, issued a 14‑day temporary restraining order on Thursday to keep the status quo while the court reviews the dispute. The order follows President Donald Trump’s September 18 announcement that he was banning the outlets, calling their coverage “fake news.” Kelly previously ruled in similar cases in 2018 and was nominated by Trump in 2017. The restraining order now blocks the administration from enforcing the ban for two weeks.
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico tried to enter the White House on September 24, 2026 but were stopped by Secret Service. A federal judge had already ordered that their access be restored, yet the administration kept the ban in place.
Why It Matters
The ban raises questions about press freedom and the First Amendment, because the outlets say they are being singled out for their coverage. A temporary restraining order shows the court is willing to intervene when government actions appear to limit news reporting.
What Happens Next
Judge Timothy Kelly’s 14‑day order keeps the ban on hold while the court examines the case in detail. After the order expires, the court will decide whether the President’s ban can stand or must be lifted permanently, affecting how the White House deals with media criticism.
More in World
Representative image · PexelsWorldExplainerUnconfirmed — Reported by one source so farImportant
Yemeni Government Forces Stop Houthi Push on Vital Mountain Pass Near Aden
Reported by Tanvi Pillai (Section Editor) · The Hindu - International ·
