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americanbanker.compolitics1 day ago
Sen. Jim Banks to Introduce Citizenship Act on Birthright Citizenship
Sen. Jim Banks will introduce the Citizenship Act Monday afternoon to end birthright citizenship for children of unauthorized immigrants and birth tourists. The bill defines such entrants as invaders under federal law and references a recent Supreme Court concurrence.
Los Angeles Timespolitics2 days ago
Supreme Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order but Signals Congress Can Set Limits
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 30 to block President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship. The 5-4 decision upheld citizenship for children born in the United States under the 14th Amendment. Los Angeles Times reported the opinions and dissents.
Al Jazeerapolitics4 days agoUpdated
Trump Says He Will Ask Supreme Court to Rehear Birthright Citizenship Case
President Trump announced plans to petition the Supreme Court for a rehearing of its June 30 ruling that blocked his executive order limiting birthright citizenship. The court has not granted such a request since 1965.
abcnews.go.compolitics7 days ago
Supreme Court affirms birthright citizenship in ruling on 14th Amendment
The Supreme Court ruled that nearly all babies born on U.S. soil are citizens. The decision addressed arguments over the 14th Amendment and efforts to limit citizenship.
cnbc.compolitics9 days ago
House Speaker Says Birthright Citizenship Needs Congressional Fix After Court Ruling
The House speaker stated that birthright tourism has devalued the 14th Amendment and called for legislation or a constitutional amendment. President Trump urged Congress to act after the Supreme Court declined to rule on an executive order limiting birthright citizenship.
foxnews.compolitics10 days ago
Virginia business owner who immigrated legally criticizes birthright citizenship
A Trinidad-born Virginia business owner who became a U.S. citizen after a nine-year process described birth tourism and illegal immigration as unfair to those who follow legal requirements. He recounted his own arrival in 2006 and the documentation he provided before gaining citi…
abcnews.go.comworld10 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship in 6-3 Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court last week upheld citizenship for nearly all people born in the United States. The decision rejected limits proposed through executive order and also addressed asylum procedures at the southern border.
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Fox Newspolitics11 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Kavanaugh Concurrence Suggests Congressional Path
The Supreme Court rejected President Trump's executive order restricting birthright citizenship in a 6-3 decision. Justice Kavanaugh's concurrence outlined how Congress could amend federal law to limit citizenship for children of parents in the country illegally or temporarily.
Los Angeles Timespolitics11 days ago
Supreme Court Limits Presidential Power on Tariffs and Birthright Citizenship
The court struck down worldwide tariffs and an executive order ending birthright citizenship. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. wrote the opinion on citizenship and joined majorities in both cases.
Fox Newspolitics12 days ago
Senators Introduce Bills to Limit Birthright Citizenship for Tourist Visa Holders
Two Republican lawmakers have drafted separate measures targeting birth tourism after a Supreme Court decision upheld birthright citizenship. The proposals would restrict citizenship for children born to women on tourist visas and bar pregnant foreign nationals from entering the…
Al Jazeerafinance12 days ago
Supreme Court Issues Rulings on Agency Removal, Tariffs, and Immigration
The court required statutory procedures for removing a Federal Reserve member and ruled that Congress holds authority over reciprocal tariffs. It also expanded presidential removal power over some agency heads and rejected a challenge to birthright citizenship.
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abcnews.go.compolitics12 days ago
Supreme Court Rejects Bid to Restrict Birthright Citizenship; Justice Department Directs Visa-Fraud Probes
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship. The Trump administration will tighten visa screening and enforcement to reduce births by tourists and temporary visitors. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche outlined the focus on July 1.
uctoday.comworld12 days ago
Oversight Project Releases Plan to Limit Birthright Citizenship Effects
The Oversight Project presented a multipoint plan after the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship. The plan calls for expanded deportations, hospital enforcement, and restrictions on birth tourism.
ndtv.comworld13 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejects Executive Order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld birthright citizenship in a 6-3 decision. The ruling rejected an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on the first day of his second term.
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abcnews.go.compolitics13 days ago
Court Affirms Birthright Citizenship for Most U.S.-Born Children
The majority opinion in Barbara v. Trump held that children born on U.S. soil are citizens at birth unless covered by diplomatic immunity. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that the Citizenship Clause has long been understood to apply to those subject to arrest or suit under U.S.…
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nrn.comfinance13 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejects Executive Order
The Supreme Court voted 6-3 to uphold birthright citizenship. The decision rejected an executive order signed on the first day of President Donald Trump's second term. The ruling addressed a constitutional principle in place for decades.
thewire.inpolitics13 days ago
Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Bar Pregnant Noncitizens From Entering U.S.
Representative Andy Ogles introduced the Anchors Away Act on June 30, 2026. The measure would prohibit certain pregnant noncitizens from entering the United States to give birth. The bill follows a Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship issued the same day.
abcnews.go.compolitics13 days ago
Justice Sides With Chief Justice and Liberal Justices on Citizenship and Voting Cases
A justice joined the chief justice and the three liberal justices to uphold birthright citizenship and mail-in voting practices. The decision drew criticism from some conservative commentators.
chicago.suntimes.compolitics14 days ago
Trump Posts Congratulatory Message on China's Birthright Citizenship Approach
The U.S. president posted on Truth Social congratulating President Xi and China for a reported win on birthright citizenship. The message compared U.S. policy to China's approach.
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AP Newsworld14 days ago
Federal court ruling on birthright citizenship draws congressional response
A federal court decision addressing birthright citizenship has prompted statements from congressional leadership. The ruling has raised questions about its effects on immigration policy and legal precedent.
abcnews.go.compolitics13 days agoUpdated
Supreme Court Rules Children Born in U.S. to Undocumented Parents Are Citizens
The Supreme Court held that children born in the United States to undocumented parents or parents on temporary visas are entitled to U.S. citizenship. The decision addresses birthright citizenship under current law.
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rediff.compolitics11 days agoUpdated
Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejects Trump Executive Order
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship violates the Fourteenth Amendment. The decision cited the 1898 precedent United States v. Wong Kim Ark.
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abcnews.go.comworld14 days ago
Supreme Court to Issue Final Rulings on Birthright Citizenship and Transgender Sports Cases
The Supreme Court is scheduled to release its remaining decisions for the term on June 30, 2026, including cases on birthright citizenship and state restrictions on transgender athletes in school sports. A separate ruling issued the previous day addressed limits on presidential r…
chicagoreader.comscience14 days ago
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power in Split Ruling
The Supreme Court issued a split decision that broadens the president's authority to remove officials while declining to act on other pending matters. Additional rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender sports participation are scheduled for the following day.
abcnews.go.compolitics14 days ago
Supreme Court to Issue Final Opinions Tuesday
The Supreme Court will release all remaining decisions from its current term on Tuesday. The rulings are expected to address birthright citizenship, limits on transgender athletes, and campaign finance rules.
abcnews.go.compolitics15 days ago
Supreme Court to Issue Final Rulings on Birthright Citizenship and Two Other Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court will release its last decisions of the current term on June 30. Three cases remain, including a challenge to birthright citizenship policy, state restrictions on transgender athletes, and limits on political party spending.
Washington Examinerpolitics16 days ago
Supreme Court to Issue Final Opinions in Eight Cases This Week
Washington Examiner reported that the Supreme Court will release rulings on its eight remaining cases during the week of June 28, 2026. The decisions include disputes over President Donald Trump’s firing authority and executive order on birthright citizenship.
csmonitor.comworld19 days ago
Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Birthright Citizenship for Children of Non-Citizens
The court heard arguments in April in Trump v. Barbara after an executive order sought to limit automatic citizenship. Two mothers described traveling to give birth abroad or in the U.S. to secure dual nationality for their sons.
thesouthafrican.comworld19 days ago
Survey Finds 69 Percent Support Keeping Birthright Citizenship
A national poll shows nearly seven in ten U.S. adults want the Supreme Court to preserve birthright citizenship. The survey also records partisan differences in support levels.
Nbc Newspolitics27 days ago
Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Administration Cases Involving Birthright Citizenship and Federal Reserve
The Supreme Court is scheduled to issue decisions in multiple cases involving the Trump administration over the next two weeks. Among the cases are challenges related to limits on birthright citizenship and the removal of a Federal Reserve Board member.
Nbc Newspolitics27 days ago
Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Administration Policies Including Birthright Citizenship and Immigration
The Supreme Court is scheduled to issue decisions in multiple cases involving President Trump administration policies. Rulings are expected within the next two weeks on efforts to limit birthright citizenship and alter immigration protections.
Usa Todaypolitics29 days ago
Trump Executive Actions Face More Than 800 Lawsuits as Courts Weigh Key Cases
An NYU-connected tracker shows over 800 suits filed since January 2025. Birthright citizenship, IRS settlement, Kennedy Center name, and mail-in voting orders remain in litigation.
Semaforpolitics29 days ago
Rand Paul Says Support for Administration Policies Reflects Long-Standing Positions
The Kentucky Republican senator has backed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill and supported the president on voter ID and birthright citizenship changes. The shift follows earlier tensions over tax cuts, tariffs, and foreign policy.
Newsweekpolitics43 days ago
Supreme Court Weighs Challenge to Trump Birthright Citizenship Order
President Trump posted on Truth Social that the court system is rigged and could strike down his 2025 executive order narrowing birthright citizenship. The Supreme Court is considering consolidated cases from three states after hearing oral arguments.
Washington Examinerpolitics44 days ago
President Says Administration Will Probably Lose Birthright Citizenship Case
The president stated on Saturday that the administration will probably lose its Supreme Court challenge to birthright citizenship limits. The admission came nearly two months after the federal government defended a 2025 executive order narrowing the 14th Amendment's application.
newrepublic.compolitics50 days ago
Cato Institute Hosts Online Event on Birthright Citizenship Case
A Cato Institute online event examined the Supreme Court case Trump v. Barbara and the Citizenship Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Participants discussed arguments over birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and historical parallels.
politics54 days ago
President Trump Visits China for Trade and Security Talks
President Trump traveled to Beijing last week for meetings with Chinese officials. The visit addressed trade balances, birthright citizenship, and security issues between the two countries.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics69 days ago
AP-NORC Poll: One-Third of Americans Know Someone Affected by Immigration Enforcement
An April 2026 AP-NORC survey of 2,596 U.S. adults found 6 in 10 believe the country used to be a great place for immigrants but is not anymore, with one-third reporting personal connections to immigration enforcement. The poll coincides with Supreme Court arguments on restricting…
truthout.orgpolitics81 days ago
Trump Posts Podcast Transcript on Birthright Citizenship to Truth Social
President Trump shared a transcript from a conservative podcast on Truth Social. The transcript included criticism of birthright citizenship and immigrants from India and China. It also claimed that tech companies in California have mechanisms to be run solely by Indian individua…
thehindubusinessline.compolitics81 days ago
Trump Reposts Commentary Calling India and China 'Hellholes'
U.S. President Donald Trump reposted a commentary by radio host Michael Savage on Truth Social that described India and China as 'hellholes' and accused them of exploiting U.S. birthright citizenship. The post occurs as the Supreme Court reviews Trump's executive order on citizen…
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Resurfaced Videos of Democrats Criticizing Birthright Citizenship Circulate During Supreme Court Debate
Videos from past statements by Democrats criticizing birthright citizenship have resurfaced online. The clips emerged amid the Supreme Court's consideration of an executive order on the issue. The development has generated discussion on social media platforms.
channel4.compolitics94 days ago
Law Professors Support Trump's Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship Interpretation
A group of at least seven law professors has supported former President Donald Trump's executive order to narrow birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The order seeks to deny automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants or temporary vis…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics95 days ago
Samuel Alito's Recent Supreme Court Statements and Judicial Approach
Samuel Alito has made comments during recent Supreme Court hearings on birthright citizenship and tariffs that align with positions associated with President Trump. Legal experts identified him as likely to support the president's side in the birthright citizenship case. His appr…