Supreme Court to Hear Case on Birthright Citizenship
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The Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments in May regarding President Trump's executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. Three district courts have blocked the order nationwide. The administration sought to limit the injunctions' scope, allowing the policy to take effect in some areas. The 14th Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship, a point of contention in the case. Trump expressed happiness over the Supreme Court's decision, while opponents argue birthright citizenship is a fundamental right. The case centers on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction" clause and the legality of nationwide injunctions.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments in May regarding President Trump's executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. Three district courts have blocked the order nationwide. The administration sought to limit the injunctions' scope, allowing the policy to take effect in some areas. The 14th Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship, a point of contention in the case. Trump expressed happiness over the Supreme Court's decision, while opponents argue birthright citizenship is a fundamental right. The case centers on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction" clause and the legality of nationwide injunctions.
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