US judge pauses Trump order ending birthright citizenship DW 07/10/2025
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A federal judge in New Hampshire has blocked President Trump's executive order that aimed to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to parents living illegally or temporarily. US District Judge Joseph LaPlante agreed to certify a class action lawsuit covering all affected children, providing them legal protection from potential loss of citizenship. This decision also included issuing a preliminary injunction to prevent the policy from taking effect. Trump's order contended that certain children should not automatically receive citizenship under the 14th Amendment, a legal stance that has faced challenges in multiple courts.
US District Judge Joseph LaPlante ruled to block Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship for babies born in the United States affected by his policy.
LaPlante stated he would certify a class action lawsuit that encompasses every child potentially impacted by the citizenship status changes under Trump’s executive order.
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