#USImmigration #BirthrightCitizenship
In a recent development, the United States Supreme Court declined to make a definitive ruling on President Trump’s executive order aimed at significantly revising the birthright citizenship policy, which automatically grants citizenship to children born in the US. The order sought to challenge this longstanding principle, but the Supreme Court did not address its constitutionality on the 27th of this month.
The birthright citizenship policy, established by the Fourteenth Amendment to the US Constitution, has been a fundamental aspect of American immigration law for decades. It states that anyone born in the United States is automatically granted citizenship, regardless of the parents’ immigration status.
President Trump’s executive order aimed to amend this policy, sparking a debate on the interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment and the scope of executive authority in immigration matters. While the Supreme Court’s decision not to rule on the order leaves the issue unresolved, it has generated significant discussion and speculation about the future of birthright citizenship in the United States.
Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, expressed concerns about the potential implications of revising the birthright citizenship policy. “Any changes to such a foundational aspect of US immigration law could have far-reaching consequences,” Khatri stated. “It is crucial to consider the impact on individuals and families who have relied on the birthright citizenship provision for generations.”
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: June 28, 2025 12:00 am
