Former President Donald Trump has issued new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship and birth tourism in the United States. These orders represent a more focused attempt to operate within current legal boundaries while pushing the limits of existing law. Although there is no certainty that these orders will withstand judicial scrutiny, they mark a shift toward a more serious legal approach to the contentious issues surrounding citizenship by birth and birth tourism.

The orders seek to narrow the dispute over who qualifies for citizenship at birth, reflecting ongoing debates in U.S. immigration policy. The effort underscores the complexities of birthright citizenship and the challenges of addressing birth tourism through executive action.

Source: National Review, August 7, 2026

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