Trump Plans to Deport U.S. Citizens with Undocumented Parents, End Birthright Citizenship
President-elect Donald Trump outlines controversial immigration policies, raising constitutional and legal challenges.
- Trump confirmed plans to deport families with undocumented parents, including U.S.-born children who are legal citizens, as part of a mass deportation effort.
- He reiterated his intention to end birthright citizenship via executive action, despite its protection under the 14th Amendment of the Constitution.
- Legal experts and critics warn that these measures are unconstitutional and anticipate significant legal battles, likely reaching the Supreme Court.
- California Attorney General Rob Bonta and other officials have pledged to challenge any unconstitutional actions by the incoming administration.
- Trump also discussed broader immigration policies, including using the military at the border and negotiating with Democrats on issues like Dreamers.