The Supreme Court is deliberating on President Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, with a decision expected by the end of June. The order, signed at the start of Trump’s second term, aims to deny citizenship to children born to people in the U.S. illegally or temporarily, contradicting the longstanding interpretation of the 14th Amendment.
Lower courts have blocked the order, prompting emergency appeals. Liberal justices strongly oppose it, arguing that it undermines a fundamental constitutional principle and disproportionately impacts individuals who cannot afford legal challenges. Conservative justices are debating the scope of nationwide injunctions while questioning practical enforcement concerns.
The case has drawn significant public attention, with protests outside the Supreme Court emphasizing the historical precedent and moral implications of birthright citizenship. The ruling could set an important precedent not only on citizenship but also on the limits of executive authority and judicial interventions.