A federal judge has declined to immediately restore the Associated Press (AP)'s access to the White House after the AP was banned for refusing to use the term 'Gulf of America' as mandated by a recent executive order from President Trump. The AP filed a lawsuit against the administration, claiming the ban infringed on First Amendment rights. Judge Trevor McFadden noted the lack of immediate irreparable harm but expressed concerns about viewpoint discrimination. A follow-up hearing is scheduled for March 20th. Multiple news organizations support the AP, emphasizing the significance of press freedom.
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