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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — PoliticsSeptember 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 citizenship eligibility for children born in the United States, maintaining the current legal status quo.

Key Facts

  • A federal judge issued a ruling blocking President Trump's latest executive order regarding birthright citizenship.
  • The court determined the new order violates a Supreme Court ruling that struck down a previous version of the order.
  • The initial order was enforced on the first day of the President's term in 2025.

Who's Mentioned

personDonald Trump“President who issued the executive orders”organizationSocial Security Administration“Federal agency subject to the injunction”organizationDepartment of State“Federal agency subject to the injunction”organizationDepartment of Homeland Security“Federal agency subject to the injunction”organizationSupreme Court“Court that previously ruled on birthright citizenship”personDeborah Boardman“Federal judge who issued the ruling”