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Trump made clear to justices 'he's watching' by attending birthright citizenship arguments: CA AG
MSNBC· 2026-04-01 17:27
along with 24 other state AGs, argues that President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship violates the Constitution. And he went beyond filing an amicus brief on that. He showed up in court for today's arguments.Attorney General Bonta joins me now. It's good to see you again, Mr. . Attorney General.You were there inside the room. So give us your impression of the arguments and if you have any sense of how the justices might be leaning. I felt optimistic going into the courtroom and coming ...
Analysis: Court appears skeptical of Trump's effort to limit birthright citizenship
MSNBC· 2026-04-01 17:26
answered a A similarly important question with just a word. No, it's not overstating it because what the ACLU will tell you is that while this case is about the president's executive order issued on January 20th, his first day in office last year curtailing citizenship to babies born to one or more undocumented parents. What this is really about, Chris, is part of the larger conservative legal project to redefine who counts in this country.And we see that every day and a variety of different policy initiati ...
Trump says he will attend Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship
NBC News· 2026-04-01 01:29
The Supreme Court tomorrow is going to hear arguments about your executive order trying to get rid of birthright citizenship. >> And I'm going >> You're going to go to the Supreme Court. >> I think so.I do believe >> sit there and listen >> because I have listened to this argument for so long. And >> to our records here, this has never actually happened before. A president of the United States has never attended oral arguments uh especially on a policy that he himself wants to see get across the line from t ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-11-19 22:58
President Trump plans to roll out a “Genesis Mission” as part of an executive order to boost US artificial intelligence efforts on Monday at the White House, according to a Department of Energy official https://t.co/Qddy3XeFxd ...
Trump issuing 'tsunami of lies' to create 'police state' in U.S.: Journalist
MSNBC· 2025-08-25 16:11
Executive Orders & Federal Power - The President is using federal tools to exert power over Washington DC, attempting to end its cashless bail system in place since 1992 [3] - The President plans to target states with cashless bail systems like Illinois, seeking to defund them to force them to end these systems [6][7] - The President's actions are viewed by some as a "revenge tour" on cities led by African-American leaders, including Baltimore, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington DC [9] Cashless Bail System - Crime rates in DC have fallen since the implementation of cashless bail in 1992 [4] - Experts argue that cash bail systems disproportionately harm low-income individuals, who may spend months or years in prison simply due to lack of funds [7] Deployment of Troops - There are plans to send troops, possibly National Guard or active duty, to cities like Chicago, potentially leading to legal challenges [2][14][15] - National Guard troops in DC are now armed, partly due to an increased number of guardsmen and potential security risks [11][12][13] Political & Constitutional Concerns - The President is accused of trying to concentrate power and impose his will without regard for laws, showing contempt for states' rights and voters [17][18] - Concerns are raised about the establishment of a "police state" and the President's use of executive orders to take away citizens' rights [19][10] - The President is accused of defunding cities, creating problems, and then presenting himself as the solution [21][22] - The Supreme Court and Congress are criticized for being passive in upholding their constitutional responsibilities [30]
X @The Block
The Block· 2025-08-21 15:19
Crypto Regulation & Policy - Trump's crypto executive order and SEC's Project Crypto are significant developments in the industry [1] - The industry is closely watching the regulatory landscape and its potential impact [1] Market Analysis - CoinFund investor provides insights on the implications of these events [1]
'A no-brainer': California AG praises ruling against Trump’s birthright citizenship order
MSNBC· 2025-07-24 15:20
Legal & Constitutional Issues - The discussion revolves around the legal challenges to President Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship, citing the 14th Amendment and Supreme Court rulings [1][2][3][5][6] - Democratic attorneys general are actively challenging the Trump administration's policies, while Republican attorneys general are criticized for inaction [4] - A federal appeals court upheld an injunction blocking the president's effort to restrict birthright citizenship [2][6] Healthcare & Medicaid - A "skinny Medicaid repeal" within the BBB (likely Build Back Better plan) is discussed, potentially leading to increased premiums and loss of healthcare coverage [6][7] - In Kentucky alone, the legislation could result in 200,000 people losing healthcare coverage [8] - The potential impact on rural America is highlighted, including the closure of 35 rural hospitals and the loss of 20,000 healthcare worker jobs [8][9] - Increased paperwork requirements could cause people to lose coverage for 6 months [10][11] - The economic impact on rural communities due to reduced funding for essential services like healthcare is a concern [11] - The governor is committed to doing everything possible to prevent people from losing coverage and to support them in navigating the paperwork [11] - The effects of the bill will be felt before the midterms, with hospitals potentially announcing service cuts [12]
‘Existential moment for American democracy’: The Weeknight panel responds to National Guard order
MSNBC· 2025-06-11 05:00
Political Landscape & Executive Power - The analysis suggests a sitting president is defying a sitting governor without invitation from the governor or local law enforcement, which is unprecedented [7] - The executive order in question is a blanket order applicable across the country regarding immigration policies, raising concerns about its scope [8] - Concerns are raised that the executive order is not specific, allowing for potential abuse of power, a common criticism of executive orders [9] - The deployment of the National Guard is viewed by some as a weaponization of resources against blue state governors and blue city mayors [15] - The president's actions are seen as an escalation of issues, potentially leading to the use of the military against American citizens [20] Historical Context & Constitutional Concerns - The situation is described as an existential moment for American democracy as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary [6] - The president is accused of crossing the Rubicon, implying a point of no return in terms of constitutional norms [6] - The actions are considered a dangerous and existential threat to the constitution and democracy [9] - Concerns are raised about the potential for the president to incite disturbances in blue states to assert emergency powers and control over the voting process [23] - The president's actions are contrasted with past presidents like Eisenhower, who federalized the National Guard to enforce the law and protect citizens [12][13] Potential Future Actions & Impact - There is speculation that the president's actions are part of a larger plan, "Project 2025," to implement policies outlined by the Heritage Foundation and the MAGA movement [25] - Concerns are voiced that the president might suspend voting until order is restored, potentially rendering blue state seats vacant [23] - The analysis suggests the situation is worse than anticipated, and corporate citizens need to stand up against violations of the Constitution [27]