Trump Challenges Birthright Citizenship | Durham News

The Trump administration is launching a legal battle to overturn birthright citizenship — the longstanding rule that grants automatic U.S. citizenship to anyone born on American soil. President Trump calls it a “disgrace,” arguing the phrase “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” in the 14th Amendment excludes children of undocumented parents. But this interpretation clashes with over a century of legal precedent and most legal scholars. While the U.S. isn’t alone in offering birthright citizenship — Canada and Mexico do too — the issue has become a political flashpoint, fueled by claims of “birth tourism.” Even conservative justices have signaled doubts about the administration’s case. The Supreme Court’s upcoming ruling could reshape immigration law and citizenship for millions. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/79cf0992325a1d42