Trump's birthright citizenship order faces 22-state legal challenges

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's executive order that seeks to restrict birthright citizenship, igniting a wave of legal challenges from multiple states and advocacy groups. The order, which aims to deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents, has been met with six lawsuits alleging it violates the 14th Amendment and federal laws. Critics, including state attorneys general and immigration rights advocates, argue that the executive order is unconstitutional and unprecedented, with potential immediate harms to thousands of families. The Department of Justice contends that the order is a necessary response to immigration issues, claiming the 14th Amendment does not apply to children of non-citizens unlawfully in the country. As the case develops, it is anticipated to escalate to higher courts, including potentially the Supreme Court, which may reconsider longstanding interpretations of citizenship rights. The legal disputes will unfold over the next few weeks, with a final ruling expected before the order's implementation date on February 19.