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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BaySeptember 3, 2026Hillsborough

Federal judge blocks President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship

A federal judge has blocked a new executive order from President Donald Trump that sought to limit birthright citizenship. The court ruled that the order violates a previous Supreme Court decision regarding the same policy.

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Why It Matters

This ruling prevents the immediate implementation of changes to eligibility, maintaining the current legal status for children born in the United States.

Key Facts

  • A federal judge issued a ruling blocking President Trump's new executive order on birthright citizenship.
  • The court determined the new order violates a Supreme Court ruling that struck down a similar order from earlier in 2025.
  • The initial order was enforced by the President on his first day in office in 2025.

Who's Mentioned

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