President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed plans to end birthright citizenship on his first day in office, signaling a firm stance on immigration reform.
Speaking during an interview on Meet the Press, Trump outlined his vision for a stricter immigration policy, including deportations, enhanced border security, and a potential shift in the interpretation of citizenship laws.
The decision to terminate birthright citizenship, which grants U.S. citizenship to any child born on American soil regardless of their parents’ immigration status, is a significant component of Trump’s renewed commitment to immigration enforcement.
“It’s one of the greatest magnets for illegal immigration, and it has to stop,” Trump declared, emphasizing his belief that ending the practice would deter unauthorized border crossings.
Under the current interpretation of the 14th Amendment, birthright citizenship has been upheld for decades. Trump plans to challenge this through an executive order, predicting legal challenges but expressing confidence in a favorable outcome. Legal scholars are divided on whether such an action would withstand judicial scrutiny, but Trump argues that the language of the amendment has been misinterpreted.
Critics argue that ending birthright citizenship could lead to legal limbo for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents. However, Trump’s supporters view it as a decisive step toward addressing what they see as an overly permissive immigration system. They argue that this policy encourages illegal immigration and burdens public resources.
Trump also reaffirmed his commitment to deporting individuals in the country illegally, beginning with those who have committed crimes. “We will focus on removing criminals first,” he stated, though he did not specify the types of crimes that would take precedence. Beyond that, Trump hinted at broader enforcement measures that could impact millions of undocumented individuals.
Addressing concerns about family separations, Trump suggested that families with mixed immigration statuses might choose to leave the country together rather than face enforced separations. He emphasized that his administration would act humanely, offering families a choice while prioritizing the enforcement of U.S. immigration laws.
Trump acknowledged the complexities surrounding “Dreamers,” individuals brought to the U.S. illegally as children and protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. He expressed a willingness to work with Democrats to find a bipartisan solution, hinting at a possible compromise that would allow them to maintain their residency status.
“This isn’t about punishing children,” Trump said. “We can find a path forward for them while still enforcing the rule of law.” His statements suggest that while his administration will take a hard line on illegal immigration, there may be room for targeted leniency in cases involving minors.
Trump’s immigration plans come in the wake of record-high levels of illegal immigration under the Biden administration. Supporters argue that Biden’s policies have exacerbated border security issues, creating an unsustainable situation for the U.S. Trump has frequently highlighted crimes associated with illegal immigration as part of his campaign to underscore the urgency of his proposed reforms.
Ending birthright citizenship is a contentious but strategic move that aligns with Trump’s broader immigration goals. By tackling one of the root incentives for unauthorized immigration, his administration aims to send a clear message: the United States is committed to upholding its borders and laws.
Trump’s plan to revoke birthright citizenship and prioritize deportations represents a decisive shift in U.S. immigration policy. While critics are likely to challenge the legality and morality of these actions, Trump’s base views this as a long-overdue correction to what they perceive as systemic flaws in immigration enforcement.
As Trump prepares to take office, his bold moves signal the dawn of an administration determined to prioritize national security and the integrity of American citizenship. Whether through legislative battles or executive actions, these changes are set to redefine the nation’s immigration landscape.
To quote a line from True Grit: “that’s bold talk for a one eyed fat man.” Trump can certainly issue an executive order but he has no way of enforcing it since the constitution clearly puts immigration and naturalization in the purview of Congress. As long as states issue birth certificates, there is no way of enforcing it. Any state contesting this can simply sue based on the old Supreme Court ruling. We even had a president elected based on a phony state birth certificate. The only way to fix this is to get congress off their lazy, cowardly, collective a$$.
About damn time!! Illegals flood into our country pregnant from China, Mexico, wherever just to take advantage of this stupid law then bring all related relatives in later! Ridiculous!!
Our Government is run by mostly selfish A-holes that laugh and spit at us allowing all this garbage and scamming of our precious needed resources by invaders, but don’t lift a finger for We the People, but instead give us the finger when in serious need! This is Criminal!
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Stock up on tissues, Senor.
I’m sure you still have toilet paper left over from the DNC/CCP flu.
Don’t forget your boosters.
PLEASE
Retroactive to 1492.
Everyone has to leave!
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Congress and the SCOTUS will be forced to act to approve Trump’s action, after all the 14th amendment is being abused by the Marxist Democrat traitors.
True, they’ve stomped on it!
If a child born to illegals in the United States is deemed by a court to be a citizen under the 14th Amendment, the parent should be given a choice to leave the child when they are deported, or to take the child with them, understanding the child remains a citizen and can return legally when the parents approve, or after 18 years of age, on their own. The business of allowing family members of legal residents nearly automatic entry must also be stopped. The same criteria applied to any potential legal immigrant should be applied to them as well.
Fred that is a fine explanation and the “same criteria applied” absolutely says it clearly, as to what’s been wrong!
They have been incentivizing breaking the law!