CNN's Motion Granted: Jim Acosta's White House Press Pass Temporarily Returned | THR News

CNN's Motion Granted: Jim Acosta's White House Press Pass Temporarily Returned | THR News

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CNN filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to restore Jim Acosta's press pass, which was revoked by the White House. Judge Kelly ruled that Acosta was not given due process and temporarily restored his pass, indicating CNN is likely to win the case. Arguments were presented by both CNN and the White House, focusing on First and Fifth Amendment rights. The ruling was seen as a victory for press freedom, with positive reactions from CNN and Acosta.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason CNN filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration?

To challenge a new press policy

To demand a public apology from the White House

To seek a permanent ban on press pass revocations

To temporarily return Jim Acosta's suspended press pass

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Judge Kelly state about the due process in Acosta's case?

The due process was delayed

Acosta was given ample due process

Acosta was not afforded due process

Due process was irrelevant to the case

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the White House's argument regarding the motion filed by CNN?

The motion was filed too late

The motion was irrelevant to the case

CNN's team met the necessary burden

CNN's team did not meet the high burden necessary

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What rights did CNN argue were violated by the White House's decision?

First and Fifth Amendment rights

Second and Fourth Amendment rights

Sixth and Seventh Amendment rights

Eighth and Ninth Amendment rights

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Boutros Junior react to the ruling?

He remained neutral about the ruling

He decided to appeal the decision

He expressed satisfaction with the ruling

He was disappointed with the outcome