Supreme Court Confirms Birthright Citizenship

On June 30, 2026, the Supreme Court decided Trump v. Barbara, No. 25-365. The Court held that children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the Fourteenth Amendment. The ruling rejects the challenged effort to narrow constitutional birthright citizenship for covered U.S.-born children.

This update is most relevant to families with U.S.-born children where one or both parents are undocumented, in temporary nonimmigrant status, or otherwise not U.S. citizens or green card holders. It may also matter for families seeking passports, proof of citizenship, benefits, or future immigration options involving a U.S. citizen child.

Families should keep birth certificates, identity documents, passport records, and immigration records organized. If a U.S.-born child has difficulty obtaining citizenship documentation, or if the family needs to understand how a child’s U.S. citizenship affects broader immigration planning, individualized advice may be helpful.

Source: Supreme Court opinion in Trump v. Barbara

Disclaimer: This update is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration rules and agency guidance can change quickly. Please contact our office about your specific situation.