Does President Trump's executive order end birthright citizenship in the USA? Some assume the order is invalidated by the 14th amendment, however it's not cut and dry. Even children born in the USA by parents here legally, granted citizenship. Lori Chesser, an immigration attorney and President of Dentons law breaks down the legal side in non-partisan detail.
President Trump's executive order, titled "Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship" opens up dialogue even lawyers didn't expect. While the 14th amendment does grant citizenship to people born here, that is "subject to the jurisdiction thereof." These 5 words are where the debate centers. For example, even children born here from parents of legal status don't qualify for citizenship like people visiting on VISAs or Diplomats. President Trump's This order is likely to be challenged in court for years to come.
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