Battle Over Birthright Citizenship: Legal Showdown Looms for Trump's Executive Order
President Donald Trump's order to curtail birthright citizenship faces expedited legal challenges. Federal judges demand assurances children won't be deported before July 27, when the order takes effect. Legal debates continue on the implications of a Supreme Court ruling restricting nationwide injunctions while immigrant rights groups push for class-wide relief.
In a heated legal battle, President Donald Trump's executive order to limit birthright citizenship is under intense scrutiny. Two federal judges have demanded assurances from the Trump administration that children deemed ineligible won't face deportation before the order's effectivity date on July 27.
This comes after a recent Supreme Court ruling, which narrows judges' ability to issue nationwide injunctions, prompting a swift response from immigrant rights advocates seeking class-wide relief. Lawyers for these groups argue that the order violates the 14th Amendment, which recognizes birthright citizenship.
With expedited schedules set by Judges Deborah Boardman and Joseph LaPlante, the legal system is now a battleground for the contentious issue. The Trump administration remains firm, asserting that birthright citizenship is not constitutionally guaranteed. Further hearings and legal maneuverings are anticipated in the coming days.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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