Supreme Court Affirms Birthright Citizenship | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

The Supreme Court just delivered a landmark ruling affirming birthright citizenship for anyone born on U.S. soil, effectively shutting down attempts to roll back this constitutional right. While the decision solidifies a principle already in place — rooted in the Fourteenth Amendment and the legacy of emancipation — it’s a crucial win for immigrant rights advocates who’ve long fought against efforts to undermine it. Though an earlier executive order targeting birthright citizenship never took effect, the Court’s ruling ensures its permanence. Advocates celebrate the victory but stress the…