The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday to restrict the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions, a decision expected to reshape how legal challenges against presidential actions unfold. The closely watched opinion, handed down in a 6–3 split, limits federal judges’ authority to block federal policies across the entire country, instead confining injunctions to plaintiffs directly involved in a case.
The ruling’s immediate impact on former President Donald Trump’s controversial birthright citizenship executive order remains uncertain. Legal scholars note that while the decision curtails sweeping injunctions, it does not address the constitutionality of the order itself, leaving its future tied up in ongoing appeals.
Supporters of the court’s move argue it restores judicial restraint and prevents a single district judge from derailing national policies. Critics warn the decision could hamper timely legal relief for those affected by potentially unconstitutional executive actions. The outcome marks a significant shift in the balance of power between the judiciary and executive, setting a precedent likely to influence high-stakes legal battles for years to come.
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