Trump Recommends Congressional Action on Birthright Citizenship After Supreme Court Ruling

Why it matters locally: Potential congressional action on birthright citizenship could have implications for New Mexico's diverse population and border communities, affecting families and state services.

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President Donald Trump has called upon Congress to enact legislation concerning birthright citizenship. His statement followed a Supreme Court decision that struck down a previous initiative by his administration related to the issue. Trump identified birthright citizenship as a significant focus during his previous presidential campaign. He cited his previous directive as an attempt to address his interpretation of the 14th Amendment's citizenship clause. He described his directive as a measure to prevent children born on U.S. soil to non-citizens from automatically acquiring citizenship. The Supreme Court recently issued a ruling concerning an initiative from the Trump administration. Following this decision, Trump shifted his focus to congressional action. He previously stated his belief that he could end birthright citizenship through executive order. His recent comments indicate a shift toward legislative means.