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Texas leaders react after Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
By Steven Ardary at FOX 4 News (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 Flower Mound News
The Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship has significant implications for the Flower Mound community, where many residents have ties to immigrant families. As a suburb in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Flower Mound is home to a diverse population with a growing number of international residents. The court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship will likely bring relief to local families who have been living in uncertainty since President Trump's 2025 executive order. Texas lawmakers' reactions to the ruling will be closely watched by Flower Mound residents, who will be looking for guidance on how the decision will affect their daily lives and the local community. The ruling may also have implications for local schools and social services, which may see an increase in demand for support from families who can now access citizenship benefits.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News (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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