Judge Blocks Birthright Citizenship Order | Tucson News

A federal judge has blocked a controversial executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, citing the Supreme Court’s longstanding precedent and the Fourteenth Amendment. The order, targeting “birth tourism” and commercial transactions tied to citizenship, sparked fear among immigrant families worried about simple travel or family ties. Advocacy groups sued, arguing the administration overreached and relied on speculation. The judge rejected claims of premature action, noting the order directly threatened citizenship rights regardless of future guidance. This ruling preserves constitutional protections for children born in the U.S., delivering a major victory for immigrant families — though the legal battle over citizenship eligibility remains unresolved.

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