Trump cites "cumulative stories over the last few years" for White House access ban

President Donald Trump announced on social media Sept. 18 that CNN, MS NOW and Politico would lose White House access, attributing the move to dissatisfaction with their reporting. The outlets sued after their journalists were denied entry the next day, alleging violations of free-speech and due-process protections. On Oct. 2, the Justice Department asked a Washington federal court not to extend a temporary restraining order issued Sept. 24 by Judge Timothy Kelly, which paused the ban until around Oct. 8. The outlets sought longer protection Sept. 28. The administration contends White House access is a privilege and cites security concerns over reporting on sensitive material. Kelly concluded the ban likely deprived the outlets of notice and a chance to respond. Press-freedom advocates have raised alarms.