Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently reiterated his pledge to implement a mass deportation of undocumented immigrants and eliminate birthright citizenship if re-elected in the 2024 presidential election. This stance aligns with his hardline immigration policies during his first term, including the controversial travel bans and family separation policy.
Trump’s proposal to end birthright citizenship—enshrined in the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution—would face significant legal challenges. The 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. Trump argues that this policy has been misinterpreted and exploited, though legal scholars widely disagree with his interpretation.
His campaign rhetoric continues to emphasize stricter immigration controls, including building a more robust border wall, increasing enforcement measures, and reversing policies enacted under the Biden administration. Critics argue that such policies could lead to human rights violations and negatively impact the U.S. economy by reducing the workforce in industries reliant on immigrant labor.
This reiteration of Trump’s immigration agenda highlights its role as a central issue in his campaign, aiming to rally his conservative base.
