What is birthright citizenship, and what does the Supreme Court ruling say? | Courts News

The Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to restrict birthright citizenship was unconstitutional. The court, in a 6-3 decision, upheld the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote for the majority, stating that the amendment does not support Trump's view of limiting birthright citizenship. The ruling is seen as a blow to Trump's efforts to overturn this long-established right. The court also ruled against restrictions on transgender girls participating in girls' sports teams and limits on campaign spending.