The U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling on an executive order issued by President Donald Trump has sparked a heated debate on the issue of birthright citizenship. In response, Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., has introduced a proposal to crack down on the notion that infants born on U.S. soil are entitled to American citizenship.
The Supreme Court ruled against Trump's executive order, which aimed to limit the number of people who could claim birthright citizenship. The 14th Amendment states that all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside.
However, Ogles believes that the Supreme Court has "betrayed America" by upholding the 14th Amendment. In a statement, he asserted that the broken system of birthright citizenship has allowed foreign nationals to take advantage of the country, its benefits, and its generosity. He believes that these foreigners have embedded themselves into American society and are being trained by foreign governments to corrupt the country's culture.
Ogles' "Anchors Away Act" aims to tighten the criteria for birthright citizenship. The proposal would amend U.S. law to stipulate that for a child to be considered under U.S. jurisdiction, one of the parents must be a citizen or national of the United States, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien with lawful status under the immigration laws performing active service in the armed forces.
The measure would also make it more difficult for pregnant aliens seeking admission to the United States as nonimmigrants. However, it would exempt those seeking legitimate medical treatment relating to childbirth. Ogles believes that his proposal is necessary to protect the sovereignty of the United States and prevent the colonization of the country by foreign nationals.
