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  • Trump ends birthright citizenship for some immigrant children.
  • Indian-American lawmakers label move unconstitutional.
  • 22 states sue to block the executive order.

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Indian-American lawmakers condemned President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship for certain immigrant children, calling it unconstitutional. The order faces lawsuits from 22 states and widespread opposition.

Indian-American lawmakers condemn Trump's birthright citizenship order

In a move that has sparked widespread opposition, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday targeting birthright citizenship, a cornerstone of American immigration policy. The order, issued on the first day of his second term, denies automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants and certain temporary visa holders, such as students and H-1B professionals.

The controversial decision, which challenges the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, has drawn sharp criticism, particularly from Indian-American lawmakers and immigrant rights groups.

Impact on Indian Professionals and Students

Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the far-reaching implications of the order. “This move impacts not just undocumented immigrants but also children of legal residents on student, H-1B, or business visas,” Khanna said, accusing the Trump administration of undermining even lawful immigration pathways.

Indian professionals are among the largest beneficiaries of the H-1B visa program, which allows U.S. companies to hire skilled workers for specialized roles. “Trump's order strikes at the heart of a system that has brought some of the brightest minds from India and other nations to the U.S.,” Khanna added.

Legal and Political Fallout

Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal described the order as “plainly unconstitutional.” She stated, “This cannot be done with the stroke of a pen. It disregards the Constitution and the legal precedents that uphold birthright citizenship.”

The order has already triggered legal challenges. A coalition of 22 states, along with cities like San Francisco and Washington, D.C., has filed lawsuits, arguing that the 14th Amendment guarantees automatic citizenship and cannot be altered by executive action.

“President Trump’s attempt to unilaterally end birthright citizenship is a flagrant violation of our Constitution,” said New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin. California Attorney General Rob Bonta echoed this sentiment, calling the move “un-American.”

Community Response

Ajay Bhutoria, a Biden White House Commissioner and advocate for immigrant rights, condemned the order, urging South Asian and immigrant communities to unite against divisive policies. “This executive order undermines the values of equality and justice that define America,” he said.

The executive order, set to take effect on February 19, 2025, faces mounting opposition, with legal experts and lawmakers warning of its far-reaching consequences. As the debate intensifies, the issue underscores the deep divisions over immigration policy in the U.S., with birthright citizenship emerging as a critical battleground.

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