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Laredo residents respond to Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling
By Angie Bravo at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship, keeping in place the guarantee that children born in the United States are citizens — a decision that carries particular weight in a border city like Laredo , where many families are immigrant or mixed-status.Max Prado...
Key takeaway Max Prado, an immigrant rights organizer for the Laredo Immigrant Alliance, said online claims questioning whether citizenship could be stripped from children already born in the U.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship has significant implications for Laredo's immigrant and mixed-status families, who can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing their children's citizenship is secure. However, as Max Prado noted, this decision is just one part of a larger immigration debate that continues to affect the community. The close 6 to 3 decision also underscores the ongoing controversy surrounding the issue, which has been fueled by misconceptions about "anchor babies." As immigration attorney Jose Salvador Tellez pointed out, having a child born in the US does not provide immediate immigration benefits to the parents. In Laredo, where many families have ties to both the US and Mexico, access to clear and accurate information about immigration laws and procedures will be crucial in the aftermath of this ruling. Local organizations and immigration attorneys will play a key role in providing guidance and support to families navigating these complex issues.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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