White House blocks CNN from pool duty despite judge’s order

The Trump administration excluded CNN from pool duty, a rotating assignment where news outlets cover White House events. A judge ordered the White House to allow CNN to participate in the pool. The White House has not complied with the order. The administration must file a response to a legal challenge by Friday.

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