America First Legal's Support for Trump's Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
America First Legal supports President Trump's executive order on ending birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants, arguing it is constitutional. The order is currently facing legal challenges.
Key Points
- 14th Amendment text and history interpretation
- Legal arguments for denying citizenship to children of illegal immigrants
- Restoring the principle of citizenship based on loyalty and allegiance
Pros
- Argues the executive order is constitutional
- Believes citizenship should be based on loyalty and allegiance to the U.S.
- Supports restoring the constitutional principle regarding citizenship
Cons
- Facing legal challenges from Democrat-run states and civil rights groups
- Opposition argues the order is unconstitutional