On his first day as the 47th president, Donald Trump signed an executive order eliminating birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to illegal immigrants.
The signing took place at the White House, nearly eight hours after his inauguration.
As he signed the order, Trump described it as a significant move, stating, “People have been wanting this for decades.”
Trump announces end of birthright citizenship
Earlier in the day, White House officials outlined the new policy, clarifying that the federal government will no longer automatically grant citizenship to children of illegal immigrants born on U.S. soil, effective for future cases.
Although Trump had raised the issue during his campaign, the decision is likely to spark legal debates. Critics argue it may conflict with the 14th Amendment, which affirms, “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.”
BREAKING: President Trump signs an executive order clarifying the definition of birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment as he moves to try and end birthright citizenship. pic.twitter.com/JkD7PsmgZI
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See reactions as Trump announces end of birthright citizenship below;
ralph_newrevelation: But he’s right,how can you be a citizen of a country because you visited once.Meanwhile you don’t pay taxes .
david90_olly: person go collect gbola finish for Nigeria and go America go born, that’s outrageous move😒.
cyude: Read before you comment. That’s the best advice i will give.
kingrawtruth: Many of your uncles, brothers and friends sending you money are living in the US illegally.
lifestylewithdidi : A lot of you do not understand the difference between Legal and Illegal immigrants??? Wow!
sinphia_phrancis: But why will you travel illegally to a country, give birth and then expect your child to have legal rights??? If you must, try and go legally please!! People should learn to do things the right way!
Checkout out the moment Donal Trump was sworn in as the 47th USA president below;