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U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship
By By Uriel J. García The Texas Tribune at Denton Record-Chronicle
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday shut down President Donald Trump’s attempt to reverse a 170-year-old constitutional right that gives American citizenship to babies born to immigrants without legal status.
Key takeaway Supreme Court on Tuesday shut down President Donald Trump’s attempt to reverse a 170-year-old constitutional right that gives American citizenship to babies born to immigrants without legal status.
Why this matters in Denton News
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship has significant implications for the Denton community, where immigration is a pressing issue. As a city within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Denton is home to a diverse population, including many immigrant families. The court's ruling ensures that babies born to these families, regardless of their parents' legal status, will continue to be granted American citizenship. This decision will have a direct impact on local schools, healthcare systems, and social services, which will continue to provide support to these children as they grow and develop. In Denton, where community organizations and advocacy groups have long worked to support immigrant families, this ruling is likely to be seen as a major victory, and will allow these groups to continue their work without the uncertainty of a potential change to birthright citizenship.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: Denton Record-Chronicle ·
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