Supreme court justices appear skeptical of Trump administration’s argument to restrict birthright citizenship - live - The Guardian

The Supreme Court appeared skeptical during oral arguments of the Trump administration's position that the 14th Amendment's citizenship clause does not automatically grant citizenship to all children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents. The case challenges a cornerstone of American immigration law that has been interpreted for over 150 years to grant birthright citizenship regardless of parental status. Several justices posed pointed questions suggesting doubts about the administration's constitutional reading, though the Court's conservative majority means the outcome remains uncertain. A ruling against birthright citizenship would represent a dramatic shift in immigration policy and potentially affect millions of people born in the country. The decision is expected later this term and could reshape eligibility for citizenship, voting rights, and federal benefits.