The Supreme Court heard arguments over restricting birthright citizenship

San Diego News Now11mApril 7, 2026

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This episode of San Diego News Now covers a range of local and national stories, beginning with the Supreme Court's recent hearing on restricting birthright citizenship—a case that could overturn the 14th Amendment's long-standing interpretation established in United States v. Wong Kim Ark (1898). Reporter Alexander Nguyen details how President Trump's executive order claiming children born to undocumented parents are not citizens has reignited a major legal and social debate, with potential consequences for immigrant families across the U.S. The episode also reports on the abrupt end to CalFresh benefits for undocumented immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in California, which could impact 13,000 San Diegans and strain local food banks. Other segments highlight NASA's historic Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar flight in over 50 years, set to splash down near San Diego, and a record 40-day gas price increase that has now slightly dipped. Religious and community efforts are also spotlighted, including Catholics' symbolic Holy Week procession outside the federal courthouse to support migrants amid tightened access. The episode closes with a roundup of Easter celebrations across San Diego, from egg hunts and brunches to unique events like K-pop dance-offs and pet portrait sessions, as well as a feature on two middle schoolers who won a national documentary competition for their film on democracy and protest.

Key Takeaways
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The Supreme Court is reviewing a challenge to birthright citizenship, potentially overturning the 14th Amendment precedent set in 1898.

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CalFresh food benefits are now restricted for undocumented immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in California, affecting 13,000 people in San Diego.

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NASA's Artemis II mission launched successfully, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, with a splashdown planned off San Diego’s coast.

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Gas prices in San Diego rose for 40 consecutive days before a slight dip, with experts predicting they won’t return to pre-war levels soon.

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Catholic volunteers continue to support migrants at the federal courthouse despite increased restrictions on access and participation.

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Chapters
0:00
4 min

Local News Headlines and CalFresh Changes

The episode opens with a summary of major local headlines, including the termination of CalFresh benefits for undocumented immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, which could impact 13,000 people in San Diego and increase demand on food banks.

3:50
2 min

NASA's Artemis II Mission and Lunar Return

Coverage of NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar flight in over 50 years, launched from Florida and set to splash down off San Diego’s coast, with the US Navy preparing to recover the astronauts.

5:50
3 min

Supreme Court Hearing on Birthright Citizenship

That case was settled nearly 130 years ago, but now it's being dragged into the present with some of the same arguments being made.

Highlight
8:20
2 min

Religious Support for Migrants Amid Access Restrictions

Catholics in San Diego staged a Holy Week reenactment outside the federal courthouse to support migrants, despite new restrictions that now require volunteers to wait outside or risk being escorted out.

10:00
2 min

Easter Celebrations Across San Diego

A comprehensive roundup of Easter events in San Diego, from family-friendly egg hunts and brunches to adult-oriented events like K-pop dance-offs, brewery scavenger hunts, and pet portrait sessions.

High-Impact Quotes
We want to make sure that people are aware of their rights, that not the government, no one can take their rights away from them.
Harper Hayden10:29
Viral: 85.0
We are not going away.
Bishop Michael Pham5:47
Viral: 80.0
This is what democracy looks like.
Harper Hayden10:59
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Lawrence K. Jackson

Guests

Alexander NguyenCarissa CasaresKatie HeisenRiley ArthurEmmy Burris
Topics Discussed
birthright citizenship95%immigration policy85%food insecurity75%space exploration70%easter celebrations65%youth civic engagement60%religious activism55%gas prices50%
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United States v. Wong Kim Ark

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