A federal judge in Washington has blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children of undocumented migrants. The decision followed a class-action lawsuit filed by the ACLU on behalf of immigrant families. The judge’s ruling halts the enforcement of the ban nationwide, reigniting a contentious legal fight about immigration policy in the United States.
The executive order, which sought to deny U.S. citizenship to children born on American soil to parents without legal status, faced immediate challenges before it could be implemented. The judge granted class certification to all infants in the U.S. impacted by the order, significantly widening the scope of the lawsuit.
Key Points of the Legal Battle
- The executive action has been criticized for overstepping presidential authority.
- It is argued to violate the Constitution’s 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all persons born in the U.S.
- Supporters claim the ban would help curb illegal immigration.
- The ruling suggests the Supreme Court may ultimately decide the case’s outcome.
- The White House intends to vigorously contest the judge’s decision, indicating a prolonged legal battle ahead.
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