Donald Trump’s big statement on citizenship by birth in America, again a big debate started

In America, the issue of granting citizenship on the basis of birth has once again come to the center of political and legal debate. President Donald Trump has taken a tough stance on this issue, criticizing the judiciary and saying that the existing system is being misused. Meanwhile, a hearing on this sensitive matter is proposed in the Supreme Court, due to which the discussion regarding its constitutional validity has intensified.

What did Trump say on birthright citizenship?

This controversy is no longer limited to law only, but is also deeply affecting the social and political levels. Trump recently responded through social media, saying that the purpose of birthright citizenship was basically to protect the rights of those who were deprived of basic rights during the era of slavery. He also said that at present this provision is being used by many rich people of the world for their own benefit, which is against its basic spirit. Along with this, he raised questions on some judicial decisions and described them as weak, due to which the political atmosphere has become more heated.

The provision of birthright citizenship in America is related to the 14th Amendment implemented in 1868. The purpose of this amendment was to give citizenship to those people who were freed from slavery, so that they could get equal rights. Under this law, every person born on American soil is automatically considered a citizen. However, Trump and his supporters believe that this rule is outdated according to the current circumstances and needs change.

Changes in rules related to citizenship

Changes have been seen in the rules related to citizenship even at the global level. Earlier in many countries of the world, citizenship was given on the basis of ‘Jus Soli’ i.e. birth, but with time many countries limited or abolished this policy. Now in many places the system of granting citizenship on the basis of ‘jus sanguinis’ i.e. descent is being adopted.

In the coming time, the Supreme Court hearing may decide the direction of this entire dispute. If the court indicates any change, it could have a wide-ranging impact on America’s citizenship policy. Also, this decision can give a new direction to the debate at the international level also. At present, everyone’s eyes are fixed on this important hearing.