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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship

Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship

In a closely watched case, the Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to end birthright citizenship, affirming the long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment.

The 5-4 ruling saw Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett join the three liberal justices to form the majority.

President Trump vowed to continue fighting through legislation, but the decision makes clear that any change would require a constitutional amendment.

The decision sparked immediate reactions across the political spectrum, with conservatives criticizing Barrett’s vote and liberals warning about the narrow margin.

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Supreme Court of the United States
Highest court of jurisdiction in the United States of America
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution
1868 amendment addressing citizenship rights, civil and political liberties
John Roberts
American actor and comedian
Amy Coney Barrett
American lawyer and jurist (born 1972)