White House still blocks some reporters despite judge's order lifting Trump ban

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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District Judge Tim Kelly said the three outlets should have their access immediately restored from the ban the president had announced on Sept.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:08:32 UTC.

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  1. US judge blocks Trump ban of CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House, orders him to restore access

  2. White House bars Politico reporter again despite judge's access order

  3. What to expect from Trump-Xi summit at White House

  4. CNN, MS NOW, Politico still barred from White House despite court ruling

  5. White House still blocks some reporters despite judge's order lifting Trump ban

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