Judge Timothy Kelly, sitting in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, slapped a 14‑day injunction Thursday that stops President Donald Trump’s ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The order forces the White House to restore their press credentials immediately. No delay.
Trump announced the ban on September 18, accusing the outlets of publishing "fake news" and revoking their credentials without due process. The administration argued national‑security concerns, but Kelly found the justification flimsy.
Outlets’ attorney Theodore Boutrous hailed the ruling as a triumph for press freedom, saying it vindicates constitutional rights and the rule of law. A coalition of media groups joined a brief backing the three outlets, underscoring the breadth of support.
The case will be monitored closely; the court may hold a hearing on September 30 to assess compliance and potential appeals. Meanwhile, reporters are set to resume White House briefings, a move that signals a temporary reversal in the administration’s media policy.