Supreme Court Debates Nationwide Injunction Authority

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether lower federal courts can issue nationwide injunctions blocking President Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents. Several justices questioned whether a single judge should have the authority to halt federal policies nationwide, rather than focusing on the constitutionality of birthright citizenship itself. The Trump administration argued that universal injunctions threaten the constitutional separation of powers, while critics warned that restricting them could weaken judicial oversight and threaten rights under the 14th Amendment. Liberal justices expressed concern that removing the injunction could result in many children being denied citizenship despite existing legal precedent. The case could have far-reaching consequences for immigration policy and the judiciary’s power to check presidential actions. The Court's decision is expected to significantly influence both the future of birthright citizenship and the separation of powers among government branches.