U.S. top court in birthright case limits judges' power to block Trump policies
The Japan TimesFriday, June 27, 2025 at 11:50:00 PM
The U.S. Supreme Court has made it harder for federal judges to block Trump administration policies with sweeping nationwide orders. This ruling stems from a case involving birthright citizenship, but its broader effect is to curb the power of lower courts to halt controversial executive actions—like those on immigration—while legal challenges play out.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about birthright citizenship—it’s about who gets to hit the brakes when a president pushes policies through executive action. The ruling tilts the balance toward the White House, making it tougher for opponents to stall policies they argue are unlawful. For critics of Trump’s aggressive agenda, it’s a setback; for supporters, it’s a win for presidential authority. Either way, it reshapes how legal battles over executive power unfold.
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