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Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 1, 2026
· 7 min read
By Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst
(CNN) — When President Donald Trump used his black Sharpie on his first day back in office to sign an executive order in January 2025 limiting birthright citizenship, he said, “This is a big one.”
It was an audacious gambit.
And in the most ...
Key takeaway The Supreme Court by a 6-3 vote rejected his attempt to end the guarantee that all children born on US soil are citizens, regardless of their parents’ immigration status.
Why this matters in The El Paso
In El Paso , where the US-Mexico border is a constant presence, the concept of birthright citizenship has significant implications for families and communities. The Supreme Court's decision to reject President Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship is likely to be met with relief by many residents, given the city's large population of immigrants and US-born children of immigrant parents. The fact that Justice Kavanaugh suggested Congress could establish exceptions to birthright citizenship through legislation may embolden local lawmakers to take a stance on the issue. El Paso's congressional representatives will be worth watching in the coming months to see if they support or oppose any potential legislation aimed at limiting birthright citizenship. Additionally, local organizations that advocate for immigrant rights will likely remain vigilant, as the Supreme Court's decision may not be the final word on the matter.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? By Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst
(CNN) — When President Donald Trump used his black Sharpie on his first day back in office to sign an executive order in January 2025 limiting birthright citizenship, he said, “This is a big one.”
It was an audacious gambit.
And in the most ...
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