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14th Amendment

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14th Amendment

The discussion centered on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment, specifically the clause “subject to the jurisdiction thereof,” and its implications for birthright citizenship. John from Falmouth argued that babies born in the U.S. should be citizens regardless of their parents’ legal status, citing historical context and the 14th Amendment’s intent. Matt countered that the amendment’s language and historical context suggest that children of illegal immigrants should not be granted citizenship. The debate included references to Supreme Court decisions, historical debates, and potential legal consequences of changing the current interpretation, such as revoking citizenship for those already granted.

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