SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 30 -- The California State Assembly Democratic Caucus issued the following news release:
Today, the Supreme Court ruled to uphold birthright citizenship, affirming the longstanding constitutional right of every child born in the U.S. to be an American citizen. The court's ruling serves as a crucial win for protecting hundreds of thousands of people's ability to participate in American society as rightful citizens.
"The Supreme Court delivered a pivotal victory by upholding the clear letter and spirit of the law," said Assemblymember Alex Lee. "Birthright citizenship is a constitutional principle enshrined in the 14th Amendment for more than 150 years. It serves as a bedrock of the American dream, guaranteeing peop...