President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders aimed at restricting birthright citizenship in the United States, focusing on curbing birth tourism and broadening ineligibility criteria. The measures come amid ongoing legal challenges to the policy, which seeks to redefine who qualifies for automatic citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
The first order targets individuals who enter the U.S. with the intent of giving birth to U.S. citizens, a practice known as birth tourism. The second order expands the definition of ineligibility for birthright citizenship, potentially affecting children of undocumented immigrants. Legal experts argue the orders may conflict with existing federal law, while supporters claim they align with long-standing principles of national sovereignty.
The administration has faced criticism from civil rights groups, who warn the policies could disproportionately impact immigrant communities. The orders are expected to face legal hurdles, as similar proposals have been previously blocked by courts. (yen.com.gh)
