In a move reflecting his determination to reshape U.S. immigration policies, President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that his administration would appeal a federal judge’s ruling temporarily halting his attempt to limit birthright citizenship.
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump expressed his stance on the decision by Washington state District Judge John Coughenour, who ruled that the president’s order was “blatantly unconstitutional.”
“Obviously, we will appeal it,” Trump stated firmly, signaling his administration’s intention to press forward with the controversial policy.
The ruling has sparked widespread debate, as Trump’s proposal to curb birthright citizenship challenges a long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Legal experts predict the case could make its way to the Supreme Court, setting the stage for a significant judicial battle.
