Birthright Citizenship Survives. The Fear Hasn’t Fully Faded.

The 14th Amendment Showdown: Birthright Citizenship, Utah Families, and What Comes Next

On today’s KSL News Daily, Maria Shilaos breaks down the Supreme Court decision upholding birthright citizenship and rejecting President Trump’s attempt to limit citizenship for children born in the U.S. to parents who are undocumented or temporarily in the country. Dr. Matthew Brogdon explains the constitutional argument, why the 14th Amendment is at the center of the ruling, and what it would actually take to change birthright citizenship now.

Then Brandy Farmer of Centro Cívico Mexicano talks about the fear, relief, and lingering anxiety inside Utah’s immigrant communities, especially for children who have spent months wondering whether their families could be separated.

Plus, Utah reacts to a Supreme Court decision involving transgender women in sports, fireworks bans raise new concerns ahead of the Fourth, Alaska Airlines donates a special cart to Salt Lake City International Airport to honor fallen service members, and Before You Go looks back at the Utah women who helped lead the fight for voting rights long before the 19th Amendment.

Join us on the KSL News Daily, where we delve deep into the stories that shape Utah. Every weekday, our dedicated host Maria Shilaos brings you an in-depth analysis of a pressing story in the news alongside a quick update on the three things you need to know to start your day. With the expertise and hard work of the journalists at KSL News, you can expect coverage in context and a nuanced understanding of the Beehive state’s unique landscape. Tune in to stay informed, engaged, and connected to the heart of Utah's news.