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Trump Attends Supreme Court Hearing on Ending Birthright Citizenship

4/1/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump attended a Supreme Court hearing on April 1, 2026, about ending birthright citizenship, guided by attorney John Eastman.
Critics say Eastman's influence could intimidate the justices and threaten separation of powers.
The plan would deny birthright citizenship to children born here unless a parent is a citizen.
The policy could affect 250,000 children annually.
Trump's immigration agenda includes a 'gold card' visa for wealthy foreigners.

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U.S. President Donald Trump attended a Supreme Court hearing on April 1, 2026, about ending birthright citizenship, guided by attorney John Eastman.
Critics say Eastman's influence could intimidate the justices and threaten separation of powers.
The plan would deny birthright citizenship to children born here unless a parent is a citizen.
The policy could affect 250,000 children annually.
Trump's immigration agenda includes a 'gold card' visa for wealthy foreigners.