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Supreme Court Examines Trump’s Challenge to Birthright Citizenship
The US Supreme Court justices on Thursday questioned Donald Trump’s efforts to circumvent the Constitution in order to restrict birthright citizenship. The court addressed three immigration cases that could potentially redefine presidential authority and the function of federal tribunals.
These cases arise from the president’s January executive order. This order aimed to deny US citizenship to infants born on American soil if their parents are neither citizens nor lawful permanent residents. The scheme faces likely annulment, directly contradicting the 14th Amendment. This amendment guarantees citizenship to “all persons born or naturalized in the United States.”
However, the court is deliberating the merits of the Justice Department’s assertion. They contend that “nationwide injunctions,” commonly issued by federal magistrates, unduly constrain the president. “These injunctions have escalated to epidemic proportions since the inception of the Trump administration,” the department stated in a March filing. The administration seeks a more limited scope for injunctions, restricting their application to the specific individuals, entities, or states involved in the lawsuits.
Nationwide Injunctions Under Scrutiny by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority, featuring three Trump appointees, has previously expressed reservations about nationwide injunctions. Justice Neil Gorsuch deemed the matter a “question of great significance” deserving the court’s consideration.
Critics caution that curtailing judges’ ability to impede policies nationwide would compel individuals to initiate numerous separate legal actions. This would be necessary to safeguard their entitlements.
Comey Investigated Over Seashell Photo Deemed a ‘Threat’
A photograph of seashells posted on Instagram by former FBI Director James Comey is under investigation by the Secret Service. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleged it constitutes a “threat” against Trump.
Comey’s photo depicted seashells arranged to spell “8647”, captioned, “Cool shell formation on my beach walk.” Trump’s supporters have interpreted this as a clandestine call for violence against him.
Trump Secures $200 Billion in Deals With UAE
Trump revealed agreements totaling over $200 billion between the United States and the United Arab Emirates. This included a $14.5 billion commitment involving Boeing, GE Aerospace, and Etihad Airways. He pledged stronger ties with the Gulf state while on a visit to the Middle East.
Afrikaner Refugee in US Has History of Antisemitic Posts
One of the white Afrikaners admitted to the US as refugees by the Trump administration has a history of antisemitic posts on social media. This contrasts with the White House citing alleged antisemitism as justification for deporting pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
Trump Reportedly Has ‘Problem’ With Tim Cook
Trump has reportedly rebuked Apple and its CEO, Tim Cook, regarding the tech company’s reported plans to move production of US-bound iPhones to India.
Judge Pleads Not Guilty to Helping Man Evade ICE
A Wisconsin judge entered a not guilty plea on Thursday stemming from accusations of assisting a man, who is in the country illegally, in evading US immigration officials seeking to apprehend him in her courtroom.
UAE to Build Largest AI Campus Outside US Under Trump Deal
The United Arab Emirates and the United States have forged an agreement allowing the Gulf nation to construct the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the United States. This marks one of many AI-related deals made during Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East.
GOP’s Green Tax Credit Cut Could Hike Utility Bills
As House Republicans contemplate substantially reducing green tax credits under Joe Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, emerging data suggests such cuts could decrease some Americans’ household income by over $1,000 annually due to heightened utility costs and job losses.
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