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Supreme Court rejects Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
By Devin Dwyer and Peter Charalambous
The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship in the U.S. by executive order, reaffirming more than a century of legal precedent and national tradition that babies born on American soil are automatical...
Key takeaway The 6-3 decision is a blow to Trump, who had lobbied the court to uphold his Day 1 order and attended oral arguments in the case, becoming the first sitting president to do so.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Supreme Court's rejection of President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship has significant implications for the El Paso community, where many residents have family ties to other countries. With a large population of immigrants and border crossings, El Paso has a unique stake in the ongoing debate over citizenship and immigration policy. The court's decision ensures that children born in El Paso to non-citizen parents will continue to be recognized as American citizens, providing them with access to essential rights and services. This ruling also brings relief to local families who may have been affected by the proposed policy change, allowing them to maintain stability and security in their lives. As a community with a rich cultural heritage and strong international connections, El Paso will likely continue to be a focal point in discussions around immigration and citizenship, and this decision will have a lasting impact on the city's diverse population.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship in the U.S. by executive order, reaffirming more than a century of legal precedent and national tradition that babies born on American soil are automatical...
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