Federal Judge Halts Enforcement of Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Executive Order Amid Constitutional Challenge
SEATTLE — A significant ruling from a federal judge in Seattle on Thursday has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict birthright citizenship, highlighting a contentious national debate. The executive order, which was set to impact children born in the U.S. from February 19, 2025, stipulated that birthright citizenship would be denied to those born to non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The judge’s decision came after Washington, Illinois, Arizona, and Oregon successfully sought a temporary restraining order. The judicial block was prompted by concerns that the executive order stood in direct contravention of … Read more