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Supreme Court strikes down Trump's bid to limit birthright citizenship
By Danielle Abreu and The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
The Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, striking down a key element of his immigration agenda.
The high court holds the order violates the 14th Amendment. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the majority, said th...
Key takeaway The high court holds the order violates the 14th Amendment.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship has significant implications for Frisco 's diverse community. As a city within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Frisco is home to a growing population of immigrants and families who may be affected by changes to citizenship laws. The court's ruling upholds the Constitution's 14th Amendment, which has conferred citizenship on everyone born on American soil since 1868. For Frisco residents who are immigrants or have family members born in the US, this decision provides clarity and reassurance about their citizenship status. However, the suggestion by Justice Kavanaugh that Congress could create exceptions to birthright citizenship through legislation may lead to further debate and uncertainty in the future. Frisco's city leaders and residents will likely be watching closely as this issue continues to unfold, particularly if Congress takes up the issue of birthright citizenship reform.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, striking down a key element of his immigration agenda.
The high court holds the order violates the 14th Amendment. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the majority, said th...
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