A federal judge has once again put a halt to a controversial executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which aimed to eliminate birthright citizenship for children born in the United States to noncitizen parents.
The latest ruling marks the second time a federal judge has blocked Trump's attempt to revoke birthright citizenship, citing it as an "unequivocal constitutional right." The decision comes after the MAGA Law Group showed their support for the executive order, but ultimately failed to sway the court.
Maryland Judge James Smith stated that the order was not only unconstitutional but also contrary to decades of legal precedent. The ruling was met with mixed reactions as supporters of Trump's immigration policies expressed disappointment, while advocates for immigrant rights hailed it as a victory for the Constitution.
This ongoing legal battle over birthright citizenship highlights the divisive nature of immigration policy in the United States and raises questions about the limits of executive power. It remains to be seen whether Trump will continue to challenge the ruling or if this latest setback will be the final blow to his efforts to reshape the nation's immigration laws.
Category: Politics
Published on: 2025-02-07 13:09:23
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