On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14160, titled "Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship," aiming to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to noncitizen parents, including undocumented immigrants and those legally present on temporary visas . This move challenges the long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil.
The executive order has faced significant legal opposition. Over 22 states and various immigrant rights organizations have filed lawsuits, arguing that the order violates the Constitution . Federal courts have issued nationwide injunctions blocking the order's enforcement, and to date, no court has upheld it.
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear consolidated cases related to this issue, focusing on whether lower courts can issue universal injunctions against such executive orders . Legal experts express concern that ending birthright citizenship could leave many children stateless, affecting their access to education, healthcare, and other essential services .
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