In a rare move, the Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments on May 15 regarding President Trump’s effort to rein in out-of-control nationwide injunctions blocking his executive order on birthright citizenship.
At the heart of the case is Trump’s January 20, 2025 order, which clarifies that automatic U.S. citizenship will not apply in two cases: (1) when the mother is in the country illegally and the father is not a U.S. citizen or green card holder, or (2) when the mother is here temporarily and the father is also not a citizen or legal resident.
While the appeal officially challenges the broad injunctions issued by liberal judges in Maryland, Washington, and Massachusetts, the underlying battle is about restoring constitutional integrity and protecting U.S. sovereignty. The Trump administration argues that lower courts have overstepped by blocking nationwide enforcement before legal challenges are even settled.
“These cases raise vital constitutional questions and have major implications for border security,” the administration stated. “At this stage, we’re simply asking the Court to limit injunctions to the actual plaintiffs—not the entire nation.”
The request comes as part of Trump’s broader effort to push back on judicial activism and restore executive authority. Officials warn that unless the Supreme Court steps in, district judges will continue using sweeping rulings to halt lawful national policy.
Opponents argue that birthright citizenship should be granted regardless of legal status, but Trump maintains that the 14th Amendment has been misused for decades. His administration wants the freedom to issue lawful guidance while the litigation continues.
If the Court rules in Trump’s favor, it will mark a huge victory for the Constitution, national security, and the American taxpayer.
