Trump: Founders ‘spinning in their graves’ over birthright citizenship abuse
President Trump’s recent executive order to end birthright citizenship for the children of illegal immigrants has sparked a heated debate across the nation. Following a fourth judge’s ruling blocking the order, Trump took to Truth Social to express his frustration, claiming that the Founding Fathers are “spinning in their graves” over the misinterpretation of the 14th Amendment.
In his statement, Trump argued that the 14th Amendment was originally intended to grant citizenship to former slaves, not to illegal immigrants who he referred to as “gate crashers.” He emphasized the need for tough lawyers and judges to protect America and uphold the true meaning of American citizenship.
The president’s executive order, titled “Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship,” seeks to deny birthright citizenship to children born in the U.S. to parents who are either unlawfully present or temporarily in the country. Despite facing legal challenges from Democratic-led states, civil rights groups, and federal district judges, Trump remains steadfast in his belief that the order is constitutional and aligns with the original intent of the 14th Amendment.
Border state Republicans and America First Legal have come out in support of Trump’s order, arguing that the phrase “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” in the 14th Amendment implies allegiance to the U.S. and excludes those who do not adhere to American laws and values. They believe that the case will likely be taken up by the Supreme Court and ultimately upheld.
As the legal battle over birthright citizenship continues to unfold, the nation remains divided on the issue. While some view Trump’s order as a necessary measure to protect American sovereignty, others see it as a violation of constitutional rights. The outcome of this debate will have far-reaching implications for the future of immigration policy in the United States.
