by Alex Ingram in Politics

The Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling limiting the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions blocking presidential policies. While the case involved Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, the ruling's impact extends far beyond this specific issue, potentially affecting future policy challenges. The decision is a significant victory for Trump, who has frequently criticized nationwide injunctions. While the ruling doesn't settle the legality of Trump's birthright citizenship order, it does raise the bar for future legal challenges. Lower courts may now need to consider class-action lawsuits as an alternative avenue for legal action. The Supreme Court's three liberal justices issued strong dissents, warning of the potential for executive overreach and the threat to the rule of law. Despite the ruling, states and private parties can still pursue legal challenges, potentially leading to further litigation and ultimately a return to the Supreme Court.