Summary
The Supreme Court decided that babies born in the United States have the right to citizenship, even if their parents are in the country illegally or temporarily. This ruling rejects President Donald Trump's attempt to end the long-standing policy of birthright citizenship.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of upholding birthright citizenship.
- Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that the 14th Amendment grants citizenship to anyone born in the U.S.
- The decision applies to children born to parents who are in the country unlawfully or temporarily.
- President Trump wanted to end birthright citizenship using an executive order.
- This ruling maintains a 150-year-old policy in the United States.
- The decision limits changes to immigration policy sought by President Trump.
- The case involves interpretation of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
- Birthright citizenship means any baby born in the U.S. automatically becomes a citizen.
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