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Birthright Citizenship Bill Heads to Congress | Charleston News
Congressman John McGuire’s new bill seeks to overhaul birthright citizenship by denying automatic U.S. citizenship to children born to undocumented or temporary visa parents—unless the father is a citizen or green card holder. Tapping into concerns over “birth tourism” and citing Justice Kavanaugh’s views, the proposal aims to carve out new exceptions to the 14th Amendment’s longstanding rule. While legal experts say Congress holds the authority to act, any change would likely ignite fierce courtroom battles. The bill’s journey through Congress could reshape America’s citizenship…
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