Black Politics Now
  • Home
  • Business
  • Civil Rights
  • Criminal Justice
  • Education
  • Elections
  • Health
  • Policy
  • Reparations
  • Voter Rights
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
  • Register
Black Politics Now
  • Home
  • Business
  • Civil Rights
  • Criminal Justice
  • Education
  • Elections
  • Health
  • Policy
  • Reparations
  • Voter Rights
No Result
View All Result
Black Politics Now
No Result
View All Result

Seattle federal judge issues a temporary restraining order against President Trump’s attempt to reinterpret the 14th amendment

Black Politics Now by Black Politics Now
January 24, 2025
in Policy
0
Image Source: AA

Image Source: AA

74
SHARES
1.2k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Jan 24, 2025 Story by: Editor

You might also like

Tulsa Mayor unveils $105 Million ‘Road to Repair’ package to address legacy of 1921 race massacre

House Reconciliation Bill’s potential disproportionate impact on Black households

Federal judge rules Trump administration exceeded authority in attempt to dismantle US Institute of Peace

A Seattle federal judge issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday, January 23, halting President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants.

“I have been on the bench for over four decades,” stated U.S. District Judge Coughenour during proceedings in a Seattle, Washington courtroom. “I can’t remember another case where the case presented is as clear as it is here. This is a blatantly unconstitutional order.”

The 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees citizenship to anyone born on American soil. However, Trump’s executive order sought to redefine this provision, barring children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents from obtaining citizenship.

The president’s legal team introduced stipulations requiring at least one parent to be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident for a child to qualify for birthright citizenship. The order also encompassed children of mothers legally in the country on temporary visas, such as tourists, students, or temporary workers.

Judge Coughenour’s decision came after four Democratic-led states secured temporary restraining orders to prevent the executive order from taking effect. Attorneys general from these states argued that the policy could unlawfully deny citizenship to an estimated 150,000 newborns annually who are protected under the 14th Amendment.

During Thursday’s hearing, Coughenour strongly criticized Department of Justice attorney Brett Shumate.

“In your opinion, is this executive order constitutional?” the judge inquired.

“Yes, we think it is,” Shumate replied, prompting a sharp response.

“I have difficulty understanding how a member of the bar can state unequivocally that this is a constitutional order. It boggles my mind,” said Coughenour. “Where were the lawyers when this decision was being made?”

Trump championed the idea of ending birthright citizenship throughout his 2024 presidential campaign. Thursday’s ruling marks the start of what is anticipated to be a prolonged legal battle over whether the president has the authority to reinterpret the 14th Amendment.

Democratic attorneys general from 22 states have filed six lawsuits challenging the executive order, labeling it unconstitutional. The lawsuits argue that the order would inflict irreparable harm on children born to undocumented parents by stripping them of their right to “full participation and opportunity in American society.” Source: AA

Tags: Birthright citizenship court blockFederal judge blocks Trump orderTrump birthright citizenship rulingTrump order halted by judge
Share30Tweet19
Black Politics Now

Black Politics Now

Recommended For You

Tulsa Mayor unveils $105 Million ‘Road to Repair’ package to address legacy of 1921 race massacre

by Black Politics Now
June 11, 2025
0
Tulsa Mayor unveils $105 Million ‘Road to Repair’ package to address legacy of 1921 race massacre

On the 104th anniversary of one of the most devastating acts of racial violence in American history, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols—the city's first Black mayor—announced a sweeping $105...

Read moreDetails

House Reconciliation Bill’s potential disproportionate impact on Black households

by Black Politics Now
May 29, 2025
0
House passes bill limiting federal judges’ nationwide injuctions

The U.S. House of Representatives has advanced the "One Big Beautiful Bill," a sweeping reconciliation package that has drawn sharp criticism from Congressional Black Caucus House members.

Read moreDetails

Federal judge rules Trump administration exceeded authority in attempt to dismantle US Institute of Peace

by Black Politics Now
May 22, 2025
0
6000.jpg

In a significant legal rebuke, U.S. District Judge Beryl A. Howell ruled on Monday that the Trump administration overstepped its authority in attempting to dismantle the U.S. Institute...

Read moreDetails

Trump administration budget proposes $163 billion in cuts to ‘woke’ federal programs

by Black Politics Now
May 3, 2025
0
white house

In a sweeping move to reshape federal spending, the Trump administration has unveiled a fiscal year 2026 budget proposal that seeks to eliminate or significantly reduce funding for...

Read moreDetails

Trump moves to repeal disparate impact liability

by Black Politics Now
April 28, 2025
0
white house

President Trump has taken steps to nullify a key component of the Civil Rights Act as he works to remove policies from the federal government.  One of the executive...

Read moreDetails
Next Post
Image Source: Allison JoyceAFP via Getty Images

Tennessee’s voter restoration process is now before a federal court

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

ADVERTISEMENT

Related News

Image Source: Joseph Chan | Unsplash

Pennsylvania changes culturally responsive teaching guidelines, raising concerns

December 13, 2024
Who funds Jonathan Jackson

Who funds Jonathan Jackson

December 18, 2024
Malawi declares 21 days of mourning after Vice President dies in plane crash

Malawi declares 21 days of mourning after Vice President dies in plane crash

February 18, 2025
Black Politics Now

Get informed on African American politics with "Black Politics Now," your ultimate source for political engagement.

CATEGORIES

  • Business
  • Civil Rights
  • Congressional Black Caucus
  • Criminal Justice
  • Data
  • Department of Justice
  • Diversity Initiatives
  • Education
  • Elections
  • Enviroment
  • Equity
  • Hate Crimes
  • Health
  • Housing
  • Investigations
  • Legal Defense Fund
  • NAACP
  • Policy
  • Real Estate
  • Reparations
  • Research
  • Sports
  • State Issues
  • Study
  • Supreme Court
  • Technology
  • Voter Rights
  • World

Quick Link

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of service
  • Contact us

Download Our App

© 2024 Black Politics Now | All Right Reserved

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Business
  • Civil Rights
  • Criminal Justice
  • Education
  • Elections
  • Health
  • Policy
  • Reparations
  • Voter Rights
  • Login
  • Sign Up
  • Cart
SUBSCRIBE

© 2024 Black Politics Now | All Right Reserved

Join the Movement, Subscribe Now!(Don't worry, we'll never spam you!)

Don’t miss a beat—get the latest news, inspiring stories, and in-depth coverage of the issues that matter most to the Black community. Be part of the conversation and stay connected.

Enter your email address