Birthright Citizenship- Is it Hurting the U.S

Birthright Citizenship- Is it Hurting the U.S

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Jun 5, 2026

The 14th Amendment was ratified after the Civil War to define citizenship for those born or naturalized in the United States and to guarantee equal protection under the law, especially for formerly enslaved people. Over time, courts have stretched its language to cover many issues far beyond its original purpose, including immigration, welfare, and f