Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Supreme Court Upholds Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

7/9/2025

36 8

Summary

Story summary

The US Supreme Court has upheld President Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, allowing lower federal courts to take no action against it. This contentious ruling, reflecting deep ideological divides, sparks fears of the Court's growing political influence, with critics warning of a troubling precedent amidst contrasting decisions on executive authority.

1 of 1

Story summary

The US Supreme Court has upheld President Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, allowing lower federal courts to take no action against it. This contentious ruling, reflecting deep ideological divides, sparks fears of the Court's growing political influence, with critics warning of a troubling precedent amidst contrasting decisions on executive authority.