birthright

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The magical year in that case is 1868, when birthright citizenship was enshrined in the 14th Amendment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

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

Roughly 30 to 35 countries offer some form of birthright citizenship, particularly across the Americas, with varying degrees of restriction based on parental residency or legal status.

From Salon • May 24, 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

He was to succeed the regent as chief and had decided to remain in Mqhekezweni and take up his birthright.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela