Supreme Court Debates Trump's Birthright Citizenship Directive

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments regarding President Trump's effort to restrict birthright citizenship, challenging longstanding constitutional interpretations. The directive, which would deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. if their parents are not citizens or legal residents, has sparked widespread controversy and legal challenges.

The Supreme Court began deliberations over President Donald Trump's contentious directive to limit birthright citizenship, a move that challenges established constitutional interpretations. Trump attended the historic hearing, becoming the first president to do so during office, as both critics and supporters gathered outside the courthouse.

This executive order, part of Trump's broader immigration agenda, aims to deny U.S. citizenship to children born on American soil whose parents are neither citizens nor green card holders. Critics argue that this directive contradicts the 14th Amendment, which has traditionally guaranteed birthright citizenship.

The case has garnered national attention, with significant legal and political implications. If upheld, the administration's stance could drastically alter the citizenship status of hundreds of thousands of children born in the U.S. The Supreme Court's decision, expected by June, remains highly anticipated.

(With inputs from agencies.)