A third federal judge has issued a ruling blocking President Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, sparking controversy and legal battles across the nation.

The order, which sought to end birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens born on U.S. soil, was met with swift opposition from critics who labeled it unconstitutional. The latest ruling by the federal judge marks another setback for the Trump administration's immigration policies.

In a separate case, a federal judge extended a restraining order banning the Trump administration's buyout offer for federal workers affected by government shutdowns. The judge cited concerns over the impact the buyout offer would have on federal workers and their families.

The Trump administration, in response to the rulings, has filed an appeal to unfreeze federal funds that were ordered by a federal judge to be withheld. These legal battles highlight the ongoing struggle between the executive branch and the judiciary over the scope of presidential power and the protection of constitutional rights.