Trump admin dealt setback in 'outrageous' bid to search Washington Post reporter's devices

A Virginia federal judge has blocked the government from examining electronic devices seized from Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home, dealing a significant blow to law enforcement in an unprecedented case.

U.S. Magistrate Judge William B. Porter ruled Wednesday that officials cannot access Natanson's phone, laptops, recorder, hard drive, and smartwatch until ongoing litigation is resolved. The decision came hours after The Post demanded the devices be returned, arguing the seizure...