Just one day after his inauguration, President Donald Trump is facing legal action from 18 state attorneys general over his executive order to abolish birthright citizenship in the United States.
The lawsuit, filed in a Massachusetts federal court on Tuesday, argues that the policy violates the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which guarantees citizenship to anyone born on American soil.
Led by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin, the coalition contends that the executive order represents an unconstitutional abuse of presidential power. Platkin described the move as an assault on fundamental constitutional rights, stating, “This policy undermines the principles of equality and justice enshrined in our Constitution.”
The executive order, signed on Trump’s first day in office, reflects his long-standing promise to end birthright citizenship, which he has frequently criticized as a flawed system. However, the swift legal challenge from these states suggests the policy will face intense scrutiny in the courts.
“The Constitution is clear: anyone born in the United States is a citizen,” said one of the attorneys involved in the case. “This order risks stripping millions of people of their rightful citizenship and creating widespread legal and humanitarian issues.”
The lawsuit seeks to block the implementation of the executive order, warning of significant consequences if the policy is allowed to take effect. Civil rights groups and immigration advocates have also voiced strong opposition, arguing that the order could create stateless individuals and cause severe disruptions to families.
As the legal battle begins, experts predict a drawn-out process that could eventually reach the Supreme Court. This case is expected to test the limits of presidential authority and the interpretation of constitutional protections.
While the White House has yet to issue an official response, sources suggest that Trump is