Trump Vows to End Birthright Citizenship and Deport Illegal Immigrants
Washington, D.C:In a recent interview, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to key immigration promises made during his election campaign, including the deportation of all illegal immigrants and the termination of birthright citizenship.
Trump stated that his administration would act swiftly to implement these policies, emphasizing that if feasible through administrative action, the practice of granting automatic U.S. citizenship to babies born on American soil would be abolished. “We will end birthright citizenship,” Trump declared. “If we can do it administratively, we will act quickly.”
The controversial proposal to end birthright citizenship is part of Trump’s broader agenda to overhaul U.S. immigration laws. Critics of birthright citizenship argue that it encourages illegal immigration, with children born to undocumented immigrants automatically granted citizenship under the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Trump has long been a vocal critic of this provision, which he believes incentivizes illegal immigration and undermines the integrity of U.S. borders. Throughout his campaign, Trump also vowed to ramp up deportations of undocumented migrants, promising to rely on military forces and local leaders to enforce these policies.
While the move to eliminate birthright citizenship could face significant legal challenges, Trump is determined to push forward with his agenda. “We will work with anyone who is willing to help enforce our laws,” Trump said, referring to those opposing the country’s deportation strategy.
The proposal to eliminate birthright citizenship is expected to ignite a heated debate in the coming months, with opponents arguing that such a measure could violate constitutional rights and lead to significant social and legal implications.
