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Supreme Court Defends Birthright Citizenship | Pittsburgh News
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- Jul 6, 2026
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The Supreme Court just delivered a major blow to President Trump’s immigration agenda by striking down his executive order that sought to end birthright citizenship — a decision that reaffirms the Constitution’s 128-year-old promise that nearly everyone born on U.S. soil is automatically a citizen. With a 6-3 vote, the court ruled the order unlawful, blocking a policy that would have affected an estimated 250,000 babies annually. While the majority emphasized the enduring intent of the Fourteenth Amendment, dissenters challenged the historical interpretation. Though Trump now urges Congress to act, any lasting change would require a constitutional amendment — a far more difficult path. This ruling stands as a powerful reaffirmation of a foundational principle in American law. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29f6ec151dc5560b