Supreme Court Restricts Nationwide Injunctions, Birthright Uncertain

The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, ruled that federal judges cannot issue nationwide injunctions to block executive orders, including President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. While the Court did not rule on the constitutionality of ending birthright citizenship, its decision restricts lower courts' power to halt such orders nationwide, potentially allowing the policy to take effect in states that did not challenge it. The case has been sent back to lower courts for further review, with a 30-day grace period before any change is implemented. Legal experts and immigrant advocates warn that this could create a patchwork of legal outcomes and heighten uncertainty for immigrant families, since challenges must now be filed on a state-by-state basis. Critics argue the ruling expands executive power and undermines 14th Amendment protections, while supporters view it as strengthening presidential authority. The future of birthright citizenship in the U.S. remains uncertain as further litigation proceeds.