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18 States Challenge Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order in Court

7/19/2025

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A federal judge in Boston is set to hear arguments from 18 states challenging President Trump's executive order that restricts birthright citizenship. These states aim to uphold a nationwide injunction, warning that the order could disrupt federal benefits programs. The recent Supreme Court ruling adds complexity, leaving crucial questions about universal injunctions unresolved.

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A federal judge in Boston is set to hear arguments from 18 states challenging President Trump's executive order that restricts birthright citizenship. These states aim to uphold a nationwide injunction, warning that the order could disrupt federal benefits programs. The recent Supreme Court ruling adds complexity, leaving crucial questions about universal injunctions unresolved.