US federal judge Timothy Kelly ordered the White House to restore access for 78 reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico, saying Trump’s ban may have broken the law. In his written decision, Kelly elaborated on his 24 September emergency order restoring the journalists’ access to the White House. The federal judge went on to say that Trump’s ban impacted 78 reporters at three news organisations in total. The federal judge accepted the plaintiffs’ argument that the administration had raised national security concerns only after taking action but had failed to substantiate them. ”He further stated that the White House did not give the plaintiffs any warning that they were likely to lose their hard passes before Trump announced the decision on social media. ” Boutrous added, “The harm this ban did to our clients, the First Amendment, and the public as a whole is profound. About the AuthorSwati GandhiSwati Gandhi is a digital journalist with over four years of experience, specialising in international and geopolitical issues. Her work focuses on foreign policy, global power shifts, and the political and economic forces shaping international relations, with a particular emphasis on how global developments affect India. She approaches journalism with a strong belief in context-driven reporting, aiming to break down complex global events into clear, accessible narratives for a wide readership. Previously, Swati has worked at Business Standard, where she covered a range of beats including national affairs, politics, and business. This diverse newsroom experience helped her build a strong grounding in reporting, while also strengthening her ability to work across both breaking news and in-depth explanatory stories. Covering multiple beats early in her career has helped her be informed about her current work, allowing her to connect domestic developments with wider international trends. At Live Mint, she focuses on international and geopolitical issues through a business and economic lens, examining how global political developments, foreign policy decisions, and power shifts impact markets, industries, and India’s strategic and economic interests. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English (Honours) from the University of Delhi and a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. Her academic training has shaped her emphasis on precision, analytical rigour, and clarity in writing. Her interests include global political economy and the intersection of geopolitics with business. Outside work, Swati focuses on exploring her passion and love for food. From fancy cafes to street spots, Swati explores food like a true foodie.
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