On June 30, 2026, a majority of Supreme Court justices ruled to uphold birthright citizenship, referencing the 14th Amendment, which establishes jus soli, meaning 'right of the soil.' Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joined the three liberal justices in the decision, which struck down an executive order issued by President Trump in January that sought to limit this right.
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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship
The Supreme Court ruled on June 30, 2026, to uphold birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The decision was made by a majority that included Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett, who voted against President Trump's executive order aimed at restricting this citizenship right.
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