The Citizenship Clause, ratified in 1868 after the Civil War, was included to ensure that formerly enslaved people would be citizens. It effectively overturned the notorious Dred Scott decision, in which the Supreme Court held that Black people, no matter their status, were not citizens.

C-SPAN asked the Supreme Court to broadcast upcoming oral arguments on the federal government ... the high court continued even once in-person arguments resumed. “This case holds profound national significance,” read a letter from Sam Feist, the ...