ACLU Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Birthright Citizenship

Washington, D.C. – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has initiated a new class-action lawsuit challenging former President Donald Trump's administration over its efforts to restrict birthright citizenship. The lawsuit aims to uphold the 14th Amendment, which unequivocally declares that all individuals born on U.S. soil are citizens. The ACLU stated, "The 14th Amendment is clear: Every child born on U.S. soil is a citizen, whether the president likes it or not." This legal action comes as a direct response to the Trump administration's proposals to alter the established interpretation of birthright citizenship. Civil rights advocates view this lawsuit as a crucial step in safeguarding the rights of children born in the United States, particularly those of immigrant parents. The ACLU, a prominent civil liberties organization, is leveraging its extensive legal resources to ensure the preservation of this constitutional right.