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Judge Kelly Ends Trump Media Ban Hearing With No Ruling
D.C. District Court Judge Tim Kelly concludes Trump's White House media ban hearing with no ruling after hearing arguments from CNN, MSNOW and Politico.
In brief
D.C. District Court Judge Tim Kelly concludes Trump's White House media ban hearing with no ruling after hearing arguments from CNN, MSNOW and Politico. Judge Kelly will consider Trump's media ban on CNN, MSNOW and Politico but found the administration lacked a solid legal case for the ban. Originally reported by ABC7…
Hearing Ends With No Ruling
D.C. District Court Judge Tim Kelly concluded Trump's White House media ban hearing with no ruling after hearing arguments from both sides.
“I'll consider what you've told me today and try to get you an answer as soon as i can”
News Outlets Request Access
CNN, MSNOW and Politico sought temporary restraining orders to restore reporters' access after Trump banned them from the White House.
“direct assault on the first amendment”
Trump's Media Ban Rationale
Trump claimed the ban targeted 'fake news' as a national security threat, not an assault on the free press.
“an assault on the fake news”
Department of Justice Defense
The Department of Justice defended the ban, citing stories that violated 'standards of professionalism and decorum' by publishing false information.
“trafficking in verifiable falsehoods about national security”
Boutrous Argues Cowardly Move
Ted Boutrous called the ban a 'cowardly' act to mask Trump's real motive, noting no stories justified the ban.
“cowardly act by the administration”
Trump as Lead Witness
Boutrous stated Trump is the 'lead witness' because he repeatedly claimed the ban was due to negative coverage.
“he keeps proving our point”
Kelly Signals Process Failure
Judge Kelly noted the White House failed to follow legal precedents to terminate reporters' credentials, including those for former CNN reporter Jim Acosta.
“access to the white house is a privilege, not a right”
Boutrous Urges Immediate Ruling
Ted Boutrous argued the ban violates First Amendment principles and urged a speedy ruling due to urgent public interest.
“these are urgent matters. we're at war”
What matters most
Judge Kelly will consider Trump's media ban on CNN, MSNOW and Politico but found the administration lacked a solid legal case for the ban.
