Proposed Legislation to End Birthright Citizenship for Children of Illegal Immigrants in the U.S.

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 aims to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants in the U.S., proposed by Republican Senators Lindsey Graham, Katie Britt, and Ted Cruz.

Key Points

  • The bill aims to restrict automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to illegal immigrants or temporary visa holders
  • Sponsored by Republican Senators Lindsey Graham, Katie Britt, and Ted Cruz
  • Focuses on aligning U.S. citizenship laws with those of other countries

Pros

  • Addresses abuse of birthright citizenship for 'birth tourism'
  • Considers national security implications of current practices

Cons

  • Controversial approach to citizenship rights
  • Potential legal challenges based on interpretation of the 14th Amendment