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Should America End Birthright Citizenship?

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Recently, birthright citizenship has come under scrutiny. Our guests debate.

Birthright citizenship grants U.S. citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, regardless of parents’ legal status. Recently, it has come under scrutiny following an Executive Order seeking to limit citizenship for children of noncitizens, now being challenged in court.

11/03/2025

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Should America End Birthright Citizenship?

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