birthright

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These remaining cases have massive implications for democracy, civil liberties, and the fundamental question of who gets to be an American; they include disputes over birthright citizenship, voting rights, immigration, and executive authority.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

Congress adopted birthright citizenship in the Immigration and Nationality Acts of 1940 and 1952.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

On April 1, Trump added to his pressure on the court by attending a hearing on the birthright case in person -- the first sitting president to join the audience in history.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

It’s the latter portion — “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” — that leaves room for interpretation, forming the beachhead upon which legal arguments against birthright citizenship have been mounted.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

As its birthright, the corporation received Cottrell’s patent and his directive that it be exploited for profit to fund grants for scientific research.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik