Federal Lawsuit

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.

Ruling Against

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

Related Executive Actions (1)

Plaintiffs / Parties

  • CASA de Maryland
  • State of Washington
  • State of New Jersey
  • 18 States and D.C.