Federal Judge Blocks Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship

Why it matters locally: While the immediate impact is national, this ruling could affect the interpretation and application of birthright citizenship for individuals residing in or moving to Minnesota, including those interacting with state and local government agencies.

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A federal judge has blocked an executive order issued by President Trump that aimed to limit birthright citizenship. The judge's decision referenced the Supreme Court's June ruling. That ruling previously blocked a separate executive order from President Trump, which also sought to restrict citizenship by birth.