Federal Judge Blocks Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship

Why it matters locally: While not directly targeting California, federal policy changes regarding birthright citizenship could have significant implications for the state's large immigrant population and demographic trends, potentially affecting future labor markets and social services.

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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.