All In with Chris Hayes Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship challenge
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May 16, 2025 Pramila Jayapal, a Representative for Washington's 7th district and member of the House Budget Committee, shares her insights on the Supreme Court's hearing related to birthright citizenship. The discussion centers on Trump's attempt to alter foundational rights enshrined in the Constitution. Jayapal also addresses the turmoil within the Republican party over budget decisions, the ramifications of proposed Medicaid cuts, and debates around tax policies affecting working families. Additionally, the conversation touches on rising tariffs and controversial AI technologies.
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Birthright Citizenship Constitutionally Protected
- Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship is widely ruled unconstitutional by lower courts.
- The 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship to all born in the U.S., reflecting post-Civil War equality principles.
Nationwide Injunctions Under Attack
- Trump lawyers argue federal judges lack power to issue nationwide injunctions halting his executive order.
- Justices including Amy Coney Barrett challenged this argument as illogical and harmful.
Nationwide Injunctions Protect Rights
- Without nationwide injunctions, government could violate rights until every harmed individual sues.
- This undermines the rule of law and places unfair legal burdens on vulnerable people.