In response to Trump's executive order aiming to alter birthright citizenship interpretations under the 14th Amendment, U.S. District Judge John Coughenour stated it was blatantly unconstitutional. During a court session, he expressed disbelief at a DOJ attorney's defense of the order, questioning the legal reasoning behind such claims. Trump's discontent with the ruling led him to announce intent to appeal while labeling the judge's viewpoint as predictable. The unfolding legal battle is anticipated to have major implications during the second Trump administration, with the potential for widespread impact on citizenship rights.
"I have been on the bench for over four decades... This is a blatantly unconstitutional order." - Judge John Coughenour expressing clarity on the case.
"I have difficulty understanding how a member of the bar can state unequivocally that this is a Constitutional order. It boggles my mind." - Judge Coughenour regarding the DOJ attorney's claim.
Trump stated: "Obviously, we'll appeal it... There’s no surprises with that judge." - Reflecting his disdain for the judicial decision.
This is going to be the pivotal legal brawl of the second Trump administration." - Highlighting the potential significance of this legal challenge.
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