AG Torrez Statement on Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Ruling
Summary
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a statement on the Supreme Court's decision allowing the President's executive order limiting birthright citizenship to be enforced in certain parts of the country. He expressed disappointment but assured New Mexicans that the ruling will not impact their communities due to the state's commitment to upholding the Constitution.
What changed
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has issued a statement regarding the Supreme Court's decision in a birthright citizenship case. While disappointed that the Court allowed an executive order limiting birthright citizenship to be enforced in certain areas, Torrez stated that this ruling will not affect New Mexico due to the state's commitment to constitutional law. He characterized the executive order as unlawful and harmful, vowing to continue fighting against it.
This statement indicates a potential legal challenge or resistance to the Supreme Court's decision at the state level, specifically from New Mexico's Attorney General. Compliance officers should be aware of the ongoing legal and political debate surrounding birthright citizenship and executive orders, particularly if their operations are impacted by immigration policies or if they are based in or operate within New Mexico and are subject to state-level legal challenges.
What to do next
- Monitor legal developments regarding birthright citizenship and executive orders.
- Review any specific guidance or directives issued by the New Mexico Attorney General's office concerning this ruling.
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Statement from Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Supreme Court Decision in Birthright Citizenship Case
- June 27, 2025
“While we are disappointed that the Supreme Court has allowed the President’s unconstitutional executive order limiting birthright citizenship to be enforced in certain parts of the country, New Mexicans should take comfort in the fact that this decision will not impact our communities because of our steadfast commitment to upholding the rule of law and our willingness to fight to uphold our constitutional order.
We remain confident that this Executive Order – clearly unlawful and deeply harmful to millions of Americans – will ultimately be struck down. Until then, our fight continues, and we will not waver in our commitment to safeguarding the Constitution and the dignity of all who call this country home.”
— Attorney General Raúl Torrez
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