A federal court in New Hampshire has blocked an executive order from President Trump that aimed to revoke U.S. citizenship for certain babies born in the United States. The preliminary injunction was issued by U.S. District Judge Joseph N. Laplante following a lawsuit filed by several organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and other advocacy groups.
The executive order, signed on January 20, has faced multiple legal challenges across the country. Cody Wofsy, deputy director of the ACLU’s Immigrants’ Rights Project, stated, “Today’s ruling is the latest rebuke of President Trump’s wildly unconstitutional bid to end birthright citizenship.”
The case presented arguments that the executive order violated constitutional principles and longstanding Supreme Court precedent. SangYeob Kim of ACLU New Hampshire emphasized that "the U.S. Constitution ensures that no politician can decide who among those born in this country is worthy of citizenship."
Jose Lopez from Make the Road New York highlighted the importance of birthright citizenship as a democratic pillar and expressed gratitude for the court's decision to treat all children equally under this principle.
Aarti Kohli from Asian Law Caucus criticized the administration's actions as divisive and praised the ruling for affirming rights for Asian immigrants seeking opportunity and safety.
Juan Proaño of LULAC remarked on the significance of this ruling in reaffirming civil rights for American citizens and their immigrant families.
Tianna Mays from State Democracy Defenders Fund described the decision as a victory against efforts undermining constitutional rights.
Karla McKanders from LDF’s Thurgood Marshall Institute reiterated that citizenship is a right by birth, not influenced by privilege or politics.
The court's decision represents another step in ongoing legal battles concerning immigration policies under President Trump's administration.
