ACLU Sues Trump Over Birthright Citizenship Order
The ACLU filed suit against President Trump’s executive order attempting to revoke birthright citizenship, arguing it directly contradicts the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship to all persons born in the U.S. The suit, filed in New Hampshire on behalf of affected families, claims the order violates both the 14th Amendment and the Administrative Procedures Act. While the administration acknowledged potential legal issues by suggesting a prospective application of the order, the ACLU maintains the order is unconstitutional and a repudiation of American values. The ACLU is confident of prevailing in its challenge to this executive action.
John Q. Hosedrinker