FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
June 27, 2025
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Latino Policy Forum Condemns Supreme Court Decision Limiting Nationwide Injunctions
“As tragic as this decision is, it is not the end of birthright citizenship; the law, history, and public opinion are on our side.”
CHICAGO — Today, in a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court of the United States limited the ability of federal trial judges to issue injunctions, or temporary pauses, that apply nationwide. Today’s decision stems from cases challenging President Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship for babies born to undocumented parents, which the federal courts deemed clearly unconstitutional. The Court did not address the constitutionality of the executive order.
Illinois is one of the many states challenging the unlawful executive order and that has been granted an injunction, meaning that babies born to undocumented parents in Illinois will continue to be granted U.S. citizenship. Additionally, babies born to undocumented parents anywhere in the U.S. within 30 days will continue to be recognized as U.S citizens.
Shortly after the decision, plaintiffs in the case filed for class action certification and a temporary restraining order to protect all babies and families while the case is pending.
Latino Policy Forum President and CEO, Linda X. Tortolero issued the following statement:
“Babies born on U.S. soil are citizens. It is explicit in the U.S. Constitution under the 14th Amendment. There is no ambiguity, and federal courts have the power to uphold the Constitution. Today’s ruling has effectively empowered the Trump administration to continue its cruel and racist agenda even if it harms newborns and flies in the face of the United States Constitution and 127 years of established precedent.
“Citizenship increases belonging in U.S. society, and because of the birthright citizenship guarantee, this country has benefitted from generations of families that descended from immigrants and formerly enslaved Black Americans who built, sacrificed, and died for this country. Denying birthright citizenship allows for the creation of an underclass made up of Latinos and other immigrant groups across the U.S. The failure to uphold the 14th Amendment will lead to discriminatory policies and practices that can limit access to critical human services, healthcare and educational opportunities to millions of Latinos and immigrants. As tragic as this decision is, it is not the end of birthright citizenship; the law, history, and public opinion are on our side.”
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About the Latino Policy Forum
The Latino Policy Forum is the only organization in the Chicago area that facilitates the involvement of Latinos at all levels of public decision-making. The Forum conducts analysis to inform, influence and lead. Its goals are to improve education outcomes, advocate for affordable housing, promote just immigration policies and engage diverse sectors of the community, with an understanding that advancing Latinos advances a shared future. For more information, visit latinopolicyforum.org.