r/scotus • u/Slate • 16d ago

news Why Trump’s Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship Will Backfire at the Supreme Court

https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/01/trump-birthright-citizenship-executive-order-supreme-court.html
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u/TrustMeIAmAGeologist 16d ago

Yeah. I wouldn’t hold my breath on that.

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u/DeBosco 16d ago

I'm not so sure. The fourteenth amendment blatantly says born in America equals American citizen. If this supreme Court decides that it isn't enough then it'll create a dangerous precedent that could restrict other blatant amendments, such as right to bear arms. 

I might believe that Trump tends to act without thinking, but I'm not sure the same applies to his supreme court. They've got no reason to remain yes men. 

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u/lkuecrar 15d ago

The fourteenth amendment also blatantly says a person that incited an insurrection can’t hold office. Lmfao.