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Supreme Court to Weigh Trump's Citizenship Order Controversy

11/22/2025

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The Supreme Court will privately discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order denying citizenship to children born to undocumented immigrants.
Lower courts have ruled this order likely violates the 14th Amendment; the administration is appealing.
The administration argues the order is essential for border security.
Justices may decide soon whether to hear the case; the American Civil Liberties Union is prepared to challenge the administration's claims if it proceeds.

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The Supreme Court will privately discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order denying citizenship to children born to undocumented immigrants.
Lower courts have ruled this order likely violates the 14th Amendment; the administration is appealing.
The administration argues the order is essential for border security.
Justices may decide soon whether to hear the case; the American Civil Liberties Union is prepared to challenge the administration's claims if it proceeds.