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Supreme Court rules Trump's birthright citizenship restrictions are unconstitutional
By Zach Schonfeld and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 vote, shut the door on President Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions on Tuesday, ruling that his banner immigration policy is unconstitutional. Chief Justice John Roberts, joined by all three liberal justices and Justice Amy Coney Barrett, wrote that the 14th A...
Key takeaway Chief Justice John Roberts, joined by all three liberal justices and Justice Amy Coney Barrett, wrote that the 14th Amendment guarantees automatic citizenship for nearly all children born on U.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's birthright citizenship restrictions has significant implications for El Paso , a city with a large population of immigrant families. As a major border city, El Paso has long been at the forefront of immigration issues, and this ruling will likely have a direct impact on the lives of many residents. The 14th Amendment's guarantee of automatic citizenship for children born on US soil will continue to apply, providing a clear pathway to citizenship for children born to immigrant parents in El Paso. This decision will also affect local schools and social services, which will continue to serve children who are now guaranteed citizenship. El Paso's city government and community organizations will need to consider how to support these families and ensure they have access to the resources and services they need.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 vote, shut the door on President Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions on Tuesday, ruling that his banner immigration policy is unconstitutional. Chief Justice John Roberts, joined by all three liberal justices and Justice Amy Coney Barrett, wrote that the 14th A...
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