Judge weighs Trump’s attempt to ban CNN, Politico, and MS Now from White House – live

U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly is presiding over a hearing to determine if a preliminary injunction should be granted against President Trump's ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The ban, which affects 78 journalists, was initiated following the President's claims of 'fake news' and 'negative coverage.' While the judge previously issued a temporary restraining order based on potential due-process violations, that order expires today. The Justice Department argues the ban is a necessary measure to uphold journalistic professionalism and protect national security, while the news organizations contend the move is unconstitutional retaliation that chills free speech.

U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly is presiding over a hearing to determine if a preliminary injunction should be granted against President Trump's ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The ban, which affects 78 journalists, was initiated following the President's claims of 'fake news' and 'negative coverage.' While the judge previously issued a temporary restraining order based on potential due-process violations, that order expires today. The Justice Department argues the ban is a necessary measure to uphold journalistic professionalism and protect national security, while the news organizations contend the move is unconstitutional retaliation that chills free speech.