A federal judge has expressed doubt over the government’s justification for excluding major news outlets—including CNN, MSNBC, and Politico—from White House briefings, questioning whether the "national security" reasoning holds up. The decision comes after the outlets challenged the restrictions, arguing they violate press freedom. Legal experts are watching closely as the case tests the boundaries of media access in government settings. The judge’s skepticism could set a precedent for how press credentials are handled in future administrations.
U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Kelly is skeptical of the belated "national security" rationale for banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House.
