TOH edition: Friday, 9 October 2026 · Humanity & Society
A president’s press ban need not be the last word: judge keeps three newsrooms’ White House access open for now
Reported by Michigan Advance
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A federal judge extended an order allowing CNN, MS Now and Politico reporters to enter the White House complex through Tuesday after the administration withdrew their press passes. The decision preserves access temporarily while the court considers whether to protect it as the legal challenge continues.
The extension shows courts can preserve journalists’ access while government restrictions are challenged, though the legality of this ban remains unresolved.
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