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What is birthright citizenship and could Trump end it?

Birthright citizenship means anyone born in the United States automatically becomes an American citizen. It's been in place for decades and applies to children born to someone in the country illegally or in the U.S. on a tourist or student visa who plans to return to their home country.
The article from PBS discusses the concept of birthright citizenship in the United States, which grants citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, as established by the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. This principle has been a cornerstone of American law since 1868, intended to ensure that all persons born in the U.S. are citizens, regardless of their parents' citizenship or immigration status. However, former President Donald Trump, during his presidency, expressed intentions to end birthright citizenship through an executive order, arguing that it was being abused by undocumented immigrants. Legal scholars and critics argue that such a move would likely face significant legal challenges, as altering this constitutional right would typically require a constitutional amendment or a Supreme Court ruling. The debate touches on broader issues of immigration policy, national identity, and the interpretation of constitutional rights.

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https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-is-birthright-citizenship-and-could-trump-end-it