We're not backing down in the fight to uphold the Fourteenth Amendment and birthright citizenship.
Earlier today, the Supreme Court limited the ability of courts to block illegal federal policies with injunctive relief. The decision is part of a case involving the President's executive order restricting birthright citizenship.
Our lawsuit challenging this illegal executive order will not stop here. Earlier today, we filed a new nationwide class-action lawsuit to protect birthright citizenship. This core American principle is in the plain language of the Fourteenth Amendment and is part of what makes the United States the strong and dynamic nation that it is.
The full implications of today's ruling will take some time to become clear. In the face of this and other harmful rulings this week, it is natural for us to feel disappointed and even dismayed, at least at first – but we must not lose hope or resolve.
While these decisions may modify some of our legal strategies, they will not change the commitments the ACLU has held for over 100 years. The constitutional principles that form the foundation of freedom in this country have always been challenging, complex, and multifaceted. These rulings present new obstacles to overcome, requiring us to reframe and reshape our approach to find avenues for justice, fairness, and freedom – something ACLU has always done and will continue to do.
Thank you for your bravery, dedication, and resolve. It is an honor to do this work with you by our side.
Sincerely,
