How Wong Kim Ark’s legacy reignited the fight for birthright citizenship

Author: Adam ShanksPublished on: July 10, 2026Country: United States

PoliticsCrime & Law

How Wong Kim Ark’s legacy reignited the fight for birthright citizenship

Sandra Wong, great-granddaughter of Wong Kim Ark, discovered her ancestor's legacy at her father's funeral in 2011. Wong Kim Ark established birthright citizenship in the United States through an 1898 Supreme Court ruling. Donald Trump's attempt to abolish this right thrust Sandra and her family into the spotlight. On June 30, 2026, the Supreme Court upheld the precedent set by Wong Kim Ark, citing his case over 100 times, but Trump pledged to continue fighting.

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