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Justice Barrett faces conservative ire, sexist attacks after birthright citizenship ruling
By Sophie Brams, Sarah Fortinsky, and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Justice Amy Coney Barrett is facing fierce backlash from conservative lawmakers and pundits after voting to uphold birthright citizenship, serving a severe blow to a core pillar of President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The controversy surrounding Justice Amy Coney Barrett's ruling on birthright citizenship has significant implications for the El Paso community, where immigration is a pressing concern. As a border city, El Paso has long been at the forefront of the national immigration debate, with many residents having personal connections to the issue. The ruling's potential impact on local families and communities of mixed immigration status cannot be overstated. In El Paso, where the economy and culture are deeply intertwined with those of neighboring Ciudad Juárez, the consequences of any changes to birthright citizenship could be far-reaching, affecting not only individuals but also local businesses and social services. As the community waits to see how this ruling will play out, El Pasoans will be watching closely to understand the potential effects on their friends, neighbors, and the city's unique binational character.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Justice Amy Coney Barrett is facing fierce backlash from conservative lawmakers and pundits after voting to uphold birthright citizenship, serving a severe blow to a core pillar of President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.
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