May 29, 2025 10:11 pm
Full News

Seattle Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order, Citing Unconstitutionality

In a significant legal development, a federal judge in Seattle has issued a temporary restraining order against an executive order by President Donald Trump aimed at ending birthright citizenship. U.S. District Judge John Coughenour, appointed by Ronald Reagan, described the order as “blatantly unconstitutional.”
The executive order, which Trump signed on his first day back in office, sought to alter the interpretation of the 14th Amendment’s citizenship clause. This amendment has historically granted citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, with few exceptions. The order specifically targeted children born to undocumented immigrants, asserting they are not automatically U.S. citizens.
The lawsuit, spearheaded by Washington Attorney General Nick Brown alongside three other Democratic-led states, contends that the order would deny citizenship to hundreds of thousands born in the U.S. annually. They argue this move not only violates the Constitution but would also impose significant financial and logistical burdens on states, as these children would lose access to federal benefits.

Judge Coughenour’s decision to block the order for 14 days provides a brief respite, allowing for further legal arguments to be presented. The Trump administration’s legal team has argued that the clause “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” in the 14th Amendment allows for such exclusions. However, the judge seemed unswayed by these arguments during the hearing, emphasizing the clear constitutional protection of birthright citizenship.

This case is one of several legal challenges against Trump’s immigration policies, reflecting a broader contention over how the U.S. interprets and applies constitutional rights to citizenship and immigration. The issue is likely to see further debate in the courts, potentially reaching the Supreme Court.

Related News
India Rises to 49th Rank in Network Readiness Index 2024, Leads in AI and ICT Sectors
Bangladesh’s Bizarre Ride on the Donkey’s Back
Washington-Seoul Military Drills Begin as North Korea Fires Multiple Missiles
U.S. Shutting Down Over 100 Foreign Offices Globally
33 Killed, 1,500 Inmates Escape in Mozambique Prison Riot
China Intensifies Economic Stabilization Efforts with New Policy Measures in 2025
Related Posts
GOP Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Rename D.C. Metro as “Trump Train”
Kamala Harris’s 2028 Nomination Is Hers to Lose — and She’s Losing It
Trump Sees Major Wins in Latin America
SpaceX Starship Setbacks Raise Concerns Over NASA’s 2027 Moon Mission
Lashkar-e-Taiba Claims Role in Bangladesh Uprising, Raising Alarms Over Regional Security
Africa-Based Terror Groups Expanding Threat to U.S., Top General Warns
More News

India Monitors ‘HMPV Outbreak’ in China, No Alarms Raised

The Union Health Ministry of India announced on Friday that it is keeping a close watch on the reported surge of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China. According to the Ministry, while China has noted an increase in respiratory illnesses, particularly HMPV, no significant or unusual increase has been observed in India’s winter respiratory disease […]

New Warning Issued by the U.S. Government for Green Card Holders

Following Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency in January, a major crackdown on undocumented immigrants has been launched, spreading fear among immigrant communities across the country. However, even legal immigrants holding green cards are now facing pressure under the Trump administration. A new warning directed at green card holders advises them to “behave like […]

Lashkar-e-Taiba Claims Responsibility for Recent Attack in Kashmir

Srinagar, April 23, 2025 — In a major development, the Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) has reportedly claimed responsibility for a deadly attack that took place in the Kashmir Valley earlier this week. The incident, which occurred in the [specific area, if known], resulted in the deaths of [number] security personnel and injuries to several […]

Modi’s NDA is Once Again at the Peak of Popularity in India

The Narendra Modi-led NDA coalition has reached the peak of popularity in India in just 10 months. On the other hand, the Rahul Gandhi-led India camp has suffered a major decline in popularity 10 months ago. This was revealed in a recent survey by ‘Mood of the Nation’ (MOTN), a joint initiative of India Today […]

I Have Indian DNA in My Body: Indonesia’s President

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated that he has Indian DNA in his body. He remarked, “Everyone knows that when I hear Indian music, I start dancing.” He made this comment at a banquet hosted by Indian President Droupadi Murmu. On Sunday (January 26), Indian news outlet Hindustan Times reported this. According to the report, on […]

David Tennant to Host the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards

David Tennant is set to return as the host for the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards following his successful debut at this year’s ceremony. The Doctor Who star will lead the prestigious event on Sunday, February 16, at the Royal Festival Hall in London, which will be broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer. The […]

Global Experts Warn of Rising Human Rights Violations in Bangladesh at UNHRC Side Event

A side event titled “Human Rights Violations and the Rise of Islamic Terrorism in Bangladesh” was hosted by the Tumuku Development and Cultural Union (TACUDU) on March 26, 2025, during the 58th Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland. The event was led by Fazal-ur Rehman Afridi, a human rights activist and […]

BRICS Not Interested in Reducing US Dollar Dominance, Claims India

BRICS countries have no plans or interest in weakening the U.S. dollar, according to India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar. He made this statement during an event in Doha, Qatar, on Saturday, December 7. The news was reported by the British news agency Reuters.Jaishankar’s comments came in the context of threats made by newly elected U.S. […]

China Takes Another Step Toward Artificial Sun

Chinese researchers at the “Science Island” research facility in Hefei, Anhui Province, are working on the development and application of fusion energy, a key part of China’s next-generation clean energy source research—creating an “artificial sun.” Recently, as part of this project, the Institute of Plasma Physics under the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed the […]

Evaluating Trump’s Economic Blueprint: Ambition versus Reality in U.S. Policy Shifts

Donald Trump has articulated a vision of significant economic reform as he prepares to take office, promising a transformative agenda for the United States, the world’s largest economy. His pledges include ending the “devastating inflation crisis,” imposing tariffs, and implementing sweeping cuts to taxes, regulations, and the size of government. From the podium at Mar-a-Lago, […]