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Texas leaders react after Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
By Steven Ardary at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting after the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that President Donald Trump's 2025 executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
Key takeaway Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that President Donald Trump's 2025 executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
Why this matters in The Plano
The Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship has significant implications for the Plano community, where a sizable portion of residents are immigrants or have immigrant family members. As a city within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Plano's diverse population will likely be affected by this ruling, which clarifies the citizenship status of children born to non-citizen parents. Local families and community organizations may be particularly interested in understanding how this decision will impact their lives and the lives of their loved ones. Texas lawmakers' reactions to the ruling will also be closely watched, as they may influence state-level policies and initiatives that affect Plano residents. The city's schools, healthcare providers, and social services may need to adapt to the ruling's consequences, making it a critical issue for local leaders and residents to follow.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
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What is this story about? Texas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting after the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that President Donald Trump's 2025 executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
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