Judge Declines Immediate Action on AP’s Access to White House Events
A federal judge refuses to enforce immediate compliance from the White House regarding AP's access, impacting freedoms under the First Amendment.
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U.S. District Judge Trevor N. McFadden did not take immediate action on The Associated Press' request for enforcement of access rights after ruling its ban violated the First Amendment. The case revolves around the White House's conditional policy on AP coverage related to its reporting on the Gulf of Mexico. While allowing some access, concerns remain about potential viewpoint discrimination. The AP may pursue further challenges if compliance issues continue, emphasizing significant implications for press freedom.
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