Some journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW are being turned away from the White House, according to multiple outlets, even after a federal judge orders their access to be restored. The reports describe reporters and crews being stopped from entering on Thursday, following the judge’s temporary ruling.
The articles place the episode within an ongoing legal dispute over a media ban and the suspension of the White House TV pool. NBC News and The Hill add that the access issues are affecting how audiences receive coverage of President Trump’s historic meeting with Chinese President Xi. Several outlets report that the timing between the court order and the denials is a key point, with newsrooms arguing their credentials should have been honored.
While all sources agree on the reporters involved and the fact that entry was blocked, they differ slightly on details such as which individuals were turned away and when. Some accounts also note that earlier access attempts produced mixed results, including instances where certain staff were able to enter while others were denied.
