CASA v. Trump - Birthright Citizenship Challenge (Supreme Court)
Multiple challenges to the birthright citizenship EO consolidated at the Supreme Court. The Court ruled 6-3 that nationwide injunctions are limited but did not rule on the merits of the EO. Three district courts and the Ninth Circuit found the EO unconstitutional under the 14th Amendment. Class certifications granted. Case on the merits accepted by Supreme Court.
Case Details
Multiple challenges to the birthright citizenship EO consolidated at the Supreme Court. The Court ruled 6-3 that nationwide injunctions are limited but did not rule on the merits of the EO. Three district courts and the Ninth Circuit found the EO unconstitutional under the 14th Amendment. Class certifications granted. Case on the merits accepted by Supreme Court.
Date Filed
2025-01-20
Status
Ruling Against
Court
U.S. Supreme Court
Outcome
Nationwide injunctions limited; lower courts continue blocking EO on merits; Supreme Court accepted merits appeal
Plaintiffs / Parties
- CASA de Maryland
- State of Washington
- State of New Jersey
- 18 States and D.C.