A Judge's Clever Move to Protect Babies' Rights

A judge in New Hampshire has found a unique way to stop a controversial executive order. The order, issued by Donald Trump, aims to change birthright citizenship. The judge didn't use the usual method to block the order. Instead, he used a class-action lawsuit. This lawsuit covers babies born in all 50 states. It includes babies born to mothers without legal status. It also includes babies born to mothers who are only temporarily in the U. S.

New Questions Raised

The judge's move raises new questions. One question is about the Supreme Court's recent decision. The decision limited the use of nationwide injunctions. These injunctions allow judges to block policies they find unlawful. The judge's move also raises questions about the power of class-action lawsuits. Can they serve as a check on the executive branch's power?

Administration's Response

The Trump administration is not happy with the judge's decision. They argue that future children can't be part of the class action. They say that protecting their rights before they are born violates due process. But the judge disagrees. He argues that these "future persons" will be harmed by the executive order. He believes they should be included in the class action.

Supreme Court's Involvement

Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has given the federal government 30 days to start enforcing the birthright citizenship executive order. The judge's injunction is on hold for seven days. This gives the Department of Justice time to appeal the decision.

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