birthright citizenship
Coverage of birthright citizenship in the Nexus archive.
- Trump to ask Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case after 'insane decision'
President Donald Trump will ask the Supreme Court to rehear the birthright citizenship case, calling the decision 'insane.' The Court's 6-3 ruling upheld citizenship for children of illegal immigrants, and Trump claims it's being exploited for profit. House Speaker Mike Johnson says Republicans are considering legislative action.
- Trump to ask Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case after 'insane decision'
President Donald Trump plans to request the Supreme Court rehear a birthright citizenship case after the court upheld the policy, which grants citizenship to children born in the U.S. regardless of parental immigration status. Trump criticized the decision as 'insane' and claimed it enables financial exploitation through border advertisements offering 'birthright citizenship' services. The court's 6-3 ruling affirmed the 14th Amendment's application to all children born on U.S. soil, and Republicans are exploring legislative efforts to address the issue.
- Trump to seek Supreme Court rehearing on birthright citizenship
President Donald Trump announced plans to request the Supreme Court rehear a case regarding birthright citizenship, aiming to overturn a ruling that opposed his administration. The effort is described as a longshot bid to challenge the existing legal decision.
- Trump to ask US Supreme Court for new hearing on birthright citizenship
Trump plans to request a new hearing from the US Supreme Court regarding birthright citizenship. The Supreme Court previously ruled against Trump’s order to end birthright citizenship for individuals born in the US.
- Trump to ask US supreme court to reconsider birthright citizenship ruling
Donald Trump announced he will request the US Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling on birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, citing a Texas hospital's billboards advertising maternity services to Mexican expectant mothers. The billboards, which Trump described as evidence of birthright citizenship being exploited, were reported by Fox News but appear to be a limited example.
- Trump to ask US supreme court to reconsider birthright citizenship ruling
Donald Trump announced he will request the US Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling on birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, citing new evidence of Texas hospitals advertising maternity services in Mexico. The president referenced billboards mentioned in a Fox News report, though his social media post exaggerated the scope of the advertisements.
- Trump says he will ask US Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case
US President Donald Trump announced he will request the Supreme Court to rehear a case challenging his executive order on birthright citizenship. The court previously rejected the order, citing the 14th Amendment's language on citizenship.
- Trump announces long-shot bid to get Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case
Trump has requested the Supreme Court to rehear a case related to birthright citizenship and previously asked the court to reconsider a verdict holding him liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll.
- US birthright citizenship ruling eases fears among Indians
The US Supreme Court's recent ruling on birthright citizenship has eased concerns for Indian families in the United States by reducing uncertainty. The decision clarified legal implications related to citizenship for children born in the US.
- Trump birthright citizenship push poses headaches for divided GOP
President Trump’s push to pass a new law to restrict birthright citizenship is creating challenges for Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Speaker Mike Johnson as they navigate GOP divisions. Trump cited the Supreme Court’s decision against his previous executive efforts to limit birthright citizenship.
- State lawmakers to explore banning foreign nationals from using Texas surrogates
Texas lawmakers are considering banning foreign nationals from using Texas surrogates, citing concerns over birthright citizenship and immigration. The Texas GOP has included this in its platform, while surrogacy experts warn it could lead to broader restrictions. Florida has passed a similar law, and Congress is considering the SAFE Kids Act.
- How was the birthright citizenship decision this close?
The article discusses a close decision on birthright citizenship, with the Four Horsemen prioritizing ideology over legal principles.
- At 250, America is still deciding who belongs
The article discusses the ongoing debate in America about who is fully recognized as American, despite birthright citizenship surviving. It highlights that the question of belonging remains unresolved 250 years later.
- What recent Supreme Court rulings mean for New Yorkers
The Supreme Court recently ruled on issues such as birthright citizenship and a transgender sports ban. PIX11 News' Henry Rosoff analyzed these decisions and their implications for New York.
- America at 250: It’s time to be bold again
The article reflects on America's 250th anniversary of democracy, highlighting the Supreme Court's decision to preserve birthright citizenship while addressing ongoing threats to democratic values, including attacks on immigrant communities, LGBTQ+ rights, election integrity, and federal institutions. It emphasizes the need for bold reforms to strengthen democracy, such as restoring the Voting Rights Act and adopting ranked-choice voting.
- Culture war killing America’s response to demographic decline
The Supreme Court reaffirmed that the 14th Amendment grants automatic citizenship to anyone born in the US, including children of illegal immigrants and temporary visa holders. The Trump administration had sought to exclude these groups, but rightists criticized the ruling as part of a culture war undermining responses to demographic decline.
- WATCH: Controversial SCOTUS decision strikes a divide among lawmakers
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump's attempt to end it, leading to divided reactions among lawmakers. The 6-3 decision saw dissent from Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Samuel Alito, who cited concerns about birth tourism and national security.
- WATCH: Controversial SCOTUS decision strikes a divide among lawmakers
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump's executive order to end it. Lawmakers split along party lines, with Republicans criticizing the ruling and some Democrats supporting it. The 6-3 decision included dissents from Justices Thomas, Gorsuch, and Alito, who argued the 14th Amendment does not apply to children of unlawful immigrants.
- The Other Case for Birthright Citizenship
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment in Trump v. Barbara, rejecting arguments that it enables exploitation. The decision emphasized historical intent, while dissenting justices raised concerns about modern implications. The article highlights the economic and societal contributions of immigrant descendants, including their roles in business, government, and the military.
- Democratic senator claims GOP 'stole' two SCOTUS seats in 2016, 2020, calls for expansion
Sen. Ed Markey claimed Republicans 'stole' two Supreme Court seats in 2016 and 2020, advocating for court expansion to 13 seats to counter a 'supermajority.' Other Democrats, including James Carville and Hakeem Jeffries, also supported court reform or expansion in response to recent rulings.
- House committee investigates South Florida company accused of promoting ‘birth tourism’
A South Florida company, Have My Baby in Miami, is under investigation by the House Oversight Committee for allegedly promoting birth tourism by assisting foreign women in giving birth in the U.S. The case resurfaces debates over birthright citizenship, with the Supreme Court recently limiting legal challenges to President Trump's executive order on the issue.
- Supremes’ citizenship ruling: Letters to the Editor — July 3, 2026
The Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling that struck down an executive order denying birthright citizenship. New York Post readers discussed the decision in letters to the editor.
- 'Birth tourism,' though rare, prompts talk of barring pregnant women from entering US
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, leading to calls from the far right, including members of President Trump’s administration, to restrict pregnant women’s entry into the U.S. A 6-3 court decision blocked an executive order from Trump that aimed to limit birthright citizenship.
- Justice Barrett faces conservative ire, sexist attacks after birthright citizenship ruling
Justice Amy Coney Barrett is facing backlash from conservative lawmakers and pundits after voting to uphold birthright citizenship, which is seen as a severe blow to President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.
- ‘King Trump’ is stronger than ever after US supreme court bolsters his agenda
The US Supreme Court has strengthened Donald Trump's agenda by supporting his power grabs, despite a symbolic setback on birthright citizenship. The court's actions contradict its role in the constitutional system of checks and balances designed to limit presidential overreach.
- Justice Barrett faces conservative ire, sexist attacks after birthright citizenship ruling
Justice Amy Coney Barrett faces backlash from conservative lawmakers and pundits after voting to uphold birthright citizenship, which undermines President Trump’s immigration agenda. She joined Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, and the court’s liberal justices in striking down Trump’s executive order.
- What the Supreme Court decisions mean for Ohioans
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states can ban transgender athletes from school sports, aligning with Ohio's existing law. The decision has sparked concern within the LGBTQ+ community about potential future discrimination. Additionally, the Court protected birthright citizenship, rejecting an executive order by President Donald Trump.
- Birthright citizens score
Folarin Balogun, who scored the opening goal for the United States against Bosnia, is eligible to play because airline employees in New York prevented his mother from returning to London before his birth. The U.S. Supreme Court reaffirmed birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment through this case.
- Three cheers for Barbara!
The Supreme Court's majority opinion in Trump v. Barbara repudiated President Donald Trump's executive order 14160, which sought to end birthright citizenship. The ruling emphasized that the Constitution establishes equal birthright citizenship for all born on U.S. soil.
- Three ways to fix the US supreme court, with Elie Mystal - Stateside with Kai and Carter
The US Supreme Court issued decisions on voting rights, immigration, and birthright citizenship, impacting millions. Elie Mystal discusses the court's power and the necessity of reforms with Kai Wright on Stateside with Kai and Carter.
- Fact-checking Donald Trump's birthright citizenship claims
The US Supreme Court ruled that children born in the US are citizens under the Constitution regardless of their parents' immigration status, countering Donald Trump's claims that the US is the only country with birthright citizenship and that it leads to widespread abuse.
- Alito warns Supreme Court made 'serious mistake' that could have national security consequences
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito dissented in Trump v. Barbara, arguing the Court's 6-3 ruling upholding birthright citizenship for most U.S.-born children creates national security risks by granting citizenship to children of illegal aliens, temporary visitors, and 'birth tourists.' Alito claimed the majority misinterpreted the 14th Amendment and warned of potential exploitation by foreign nationals, citing hypothetical scenarios involving hostile individuals gaining citizenship. Michael Hough of NumbersUSA supported Alito's view, referencing Chinese birth tourism cases.
- Chabria: Birthright citizenship ruling was a win for democracy — and a warning about erasing history
The Supreme Court narrowly upheld birthright citizenship, with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's opinion warning about the potential to rewrite history for political purposes. The ruling is described as a victory for democracy while highlighting concerns about historical accuracy.
- Chabria: Birthright citizenship ruling was a win for democracy — and a warning about erasing history
The Supreme Court narrowly upheld birthright citizenship, with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's opinion warning about efforts to rewrite history for political purposes.
- USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship in a sharp rebuke to the president. The decision was reported in the USA & Canada Intelligence Brief.
- Watch: Japan’s PM Takaichi in India: Indo-Pacific Ties in Focus | Above the Fold | 01.07.2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first visit to India focuses on Indo-Pacific ties. The article also covers July 1 rule changes in India, a Delhi High Court ruling involving BJP MP Raghav Chadha, and the U.S. Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision.
- Birthright citizenship ruling: Fight goes on for fundamental rights
The article addresses the ongoing debate over birthright citizenship in the U.S., emphasizing the need to use strength and ingenuity to prevent the resurgence of historical injustices. It highlights the fight to preserve fundamental rights amid societal changes.
- Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Mayor Lauds Court Justices
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to deny citizenship to children of undocumented immigrants. The Pasadena City Council had previously joined legal challenges against the executive order, supporting lawsuits defending the 14th Amendment.
- Immigrants relieved by birthright ruling as Trump calls for citizenship law
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump’s executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship, citing the 14th Amendment. Trump has since urged Congress to legislate against birthright citizenship, while California and other states praised the ruling as upholding constitutional protections for children born in the U.S.
- Supreme Court strikes down Trump's order seeking to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court rejected President Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship and ruled states can ban transgender athletes from competing in female sports.