The U.S. Supreme Court is set to examine President Trump's controversial executive order, which seeks to redefine birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to parents who are not legally in the country.
This landmark case tests the boundaries of the 14th Amendment, a pivotal constitutional guarantee that has affirmed citizenship rights for over a century.
Lower courts have previously deemed Trump's order unconstitutional, setting the stage for a high-stakes legal showdown that could reshape American identity and citizenship laws.
Advocates for immigrant rights express alarm, fearing that a ruling in favor of the administration could undermine the foundational principle of birthright citizenship and affect countless families.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority adds tension to the debate, raising questions about how the justices will interpret the Constitution amidst shifting political landscapes.
As the nation awaits oral arguments set for spring and a ruling expected by summer, the stakes have never been higher for those invested in the idea of America as a land of opportunity for all.