The RecordExhibit 1
Ordered an end to birthright citizenship
Ruled unlawfulLast checked Sep 30, 2026
Ruled unlawful means: A court ruled against it. Some rulings are on appeal.
A day-one executive order tried to deny citizenship to U.S.-born children of undocumented immigrants and many temporary visa holders.
What happened
Lower courts blocked the order before it ever took effect, and it reached the Supreme Court as Trump v. Barbara.
Where it stands
Struck down 6 to 3 on June 30, 2026. Five justices held it violates the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause; Justice Kavanaugh agreed it was unlawful, but under federal statute instead.
The administration's side
The administration argued these children are not 'subject to the jurisdiction' of the United States and that the current rule encourages birth tourism.
Sources
Permanent link: https://unredactedrecord.com/e/birthright/