The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for limits on birthright citizenship. Some states may soon deny automatic citizenship to those born on US soil
Since 1898, US law granted citizenship to anyone born in the country — a cornerstone of American openness and diversity
Critics cite “anchor babies” and immigration loopholes. But the move reflects a deeper attempt to redefine who is seen as truly American
Birthright citizenship helped make the US a global magnet for talent. Losing it could alter its standing in the world
The order faces more legal challenges. But a rollback would be a historic change — with lasting social and geopolitical impact