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Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Birthright Citizenship Curb, Citing Precedent

September 3, 2026

Summary

The Trump administration's policies are facing legal challenges, including a federal judge blocking his second executive order to limit birthright citizenship. Additionally, the Supreme Court allowed construction to continue on Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Judge blocks Trump's latest effort to narrow birthright citizenship

Center

  • A judge blocks Trump's new bid to curb birthright citizenship, citing Supreme Court precedent - AP News
  • Mine safety commissioner fired by Trump gives up legal fight, citing Supreme Court
  • Supreme Court lets White House continue construction on Trump’s $400 million ballroom - AP News

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