Judge extends temporary access to White House for news organizations Trump banned

By: Jennifer Shutt

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: October 8, 2026

Words: 488

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago


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WASHINGTON — A federal judge will rule in the coming days on whether the Trump administration can legally rescind White House press passes for journalists at three news organizations, or if those reporters will be able to continue accessing the grounds while the case continues.

U.S. District Judge for the District of Columbia Timothy J. Kelly said at the end of a Thursday hearing he intends to issue his decision on a preliminary injunction in …

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