Trump promises to end automatic citizenship for immigrant babies

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America has historically been a beacon for talented individuals seeking opportunities. During the 18th and 19th centuries, European intellectuals and craftsmen immigrated here, leaving lasting impressions on our culture, from food to architecture.

This selective immigration approach aligns with successful nations throughout history. A nation’s strength lies in its population’s quality, making it crucial to enhance its human capital to maintain global influence.

TRUMP: “If you graduate from college, I think you should get automatically, as part of your Diploma, a GREEN CARD to be able to stay in this country.”

That’s like automatic pathway to citizenship for Nigerian/African/Foreign students in America. But those who are hating on… pic.twitter.com/0Gkqr5TEcf

— J. C. Okechukwu (@jcokechukwu) November 10, 2024

However, the current birthright citizenship policy undermines this goal. The United States stands alone among developed nations in granting citizenship to anyone born within its borders, regardless of their parents’ legal status.

While liberal scholars argue that the Fourteenth Amendment mandates this policy, this interpretation is flawed. Constitutional experts, including John Eastman and Mike Anton, have demonstrated that the Amendment’s authors would oppose today’s broad interpretation of citizenship rights.

The arguments against birthright citizenship fall into two categories: practical considerations and national identity concerns. Practically, the current immigration crisis, with millions of undocumented immigrants present, raises serious concerns. Some are involved in criminal activities, using their American-born children as leverage to remain in the country.

This system incentivizes dangerous behavior and strains national resources. Additionally, many immigrant communities lack proper assimilation programs, creating language barriers and cultural divisions that hinder social cohesion.

A nation requires more than economic ties; it needs cultural unity. Without common language and values, society becomes fragmented, leading to institutional inefficiencies and weakened civic understanding.

#AGENDA47: President Trump’s plan to discourage illegal immigration by ENDING automatic citizenship for the children of illegal aliens. pic.twitter.com/3iytgg45st

— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) May 30, 2023

America’s foundational principles of ordered liberty and self-governance stem from Anglo-American law and Christian ethics. These values require cultivation and cannot be automatically transferred through birthright citizenship.

American exceptionalism isn’t accidental; it’s built on generations of cultural transmission. The nation’s unique character, shaped by its predominantly English-speaking, Christian heritage, cannot be preserved without thoughtful citizenship policies.

This history shapes our national identity and shouldn’t be dismissed as problematic by contemporary standards. It’s these historical foundations that have created the America we know today.