Seattle, January 23, 2025 – A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship. The order, signed on January 20, 2025, sought to deny U.S. citizenship to children born in the country to parents who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents. The judge ruled that the order was “blatantly unconstitutional” and issued a temporary restraining order to prevent it from taking effect.
What is Citizenship Law? Citizenship law refers to the legal framework that defines who is considered a citizen of a country. In the United States, the 14th Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship, meaning anyone born on U.S. soil is automatically granted citizenship, regardless of their parents’ immigration status.
When Did Trump Ban This Law? President Trump signed the executive order to end birthright citizenship on January 20, 2025. The order was set to take effect on February 19, 2025, but has been temporarily blocked by the federal judge.
The legal battle over this executive order is expected to continue, with multiple states and immigrant rights groups challenging its constitutionality. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the future of immigration policy in the United States.