A federal appeals court has reaffirmed the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship, delivering a setback to former President Donald Trump’s efforts to restrict the practice. In a unanimous ruling, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the principle that anyone born on U.S. soil is automatically granted citizenship, rejecting arguments aimed at limiting this long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment. The decision marks a significant legal rebuff to the Trump administration’s immigration policies and underscores the judiciary’s role in preserving birthright citizenship amidst ongoing political debates.
Second Appeals Court Affirms Legal Precedent Upholding Birthright Citizenship
The recent decision by the second appeals court marks a significant judicial reinforcement of the long-standing interpretation of birthright citizenship in the United States. By affirming that children born on U.S. soil are entitled to citizenship regardless of their parents’…
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Author : Ava Thompson
Publish date : 2025-10-04 15:08:00
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