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Thomas: Birthright decision ‘devalues’ American citizenship

Thomas: Birthright decision ‘devalues’ American citizenship

Summary

Justice Clarence Thomas disagreed with the Supreme Court's ruling that struck down President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship. He wrote a lengthy dissent saying the decision reduces the value of being an American citizen.

Key Facts

  • The Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship.
  • Justice Clarence Thomas disagreed with the majority opinion.
  • Thomas wrote a 91-page dissent explaining his views.
  • He is the longest-serving conservative justice currently on the Supreme Court.
  • Thomas believes the ruling lowers the importance of American citizenship.
  • The decision addresses how citizenship is granted to people born in the U.S.
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