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Supreme Court strikes down Trump's bid to limit birthright citizenship
By Danielle Abreu and The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
The Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, striking down a key element of his immigration agenda.
In a 6-3 opinion, the high court held the order violates the 14th Amendment. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the ...
Key takeaway In a 6-3 opinion, the high court held the order violates the 14th Amendment.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship has significant implications for Los Angeles , a city with a large and diverse immigrant population. Many families in the city have been affected by the uncertainty surrounding birthright citizenship, and this ruling provides clarity and reassurance. The city's schools, healthcare systems, and social services will continue to serve children born to undocumented or temporary residents, who are now unequivocally recognized as US citizens. The ruling also underscores the importance of the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause, which has been a cornerstone of American citizenship law for over a century. As the city moves forward, it will be important to ensure that all residents, regardless of their parents' immigration status, have access to the same rights and opportunities as other Americans. This decision is a significant victory for immigrant rights groups in Los Angeles.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, striking down a key element of his immigration agenda.
In a 6-3 opinion, the high court held the order violates the 14th Amendment. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the ...
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