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Trump Targets Birthright Citizenship Abuse by Foreign Nationals

Jul 22, 2026
Trump Targets Birthright Citizenship Abuse by Foreign Nationals

President Donald Trump has taken a firm stance against foreign nationals who he claims are exploiting U.S. birthright citizenship to create a network of American-born individuals loyal to foreign governments. This initiative follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that upheld the 14th Amendment, affirming citizenship for all children born on American soil, regardless of their parents' immigration status. In response, Trump has ordered the Department of Justice (DOJ) to intensify efforts to investigate and prosecute those accused of operating 'baby factories,' which are believed to produce approximately 30,000 children each year.

Colin McDonald, head of the DOJ's fraud division, stated in a memo that the department will work diligently to protect the integrity of U.S. citizenship by targeting those who exploit the immigration system. Intelligence experts have raised concerns that these operations may be linked to foreign governments, particularly China and Russia, which could use these children for espionage activities once they reach adulthood.

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Former Army Maj. Gen. Paul Vallely has warned that China may already have a significant number of trained soldiers embedded in the U.S. as a result of this practice. He emphasized that the birthright citizenship law has been manipulated by countries like China for years, potentially preparing these individuals for future espionage missions.

In light of these concerns, the Trump administration is contemplating stricter immigration policies, including a potential ban on pregnant foreigners entering the U.S. on tourist visas. Stephen Miller, a senior aide to Trump, highlighted the need for careful scrutiny of individuals entering the country, even temporarily, due to the risks associated with birth tourism.

Trump has also urged Congress to take action to end birthright citizenship, labeling the Supreme Court's ruling as detrimental to the nation. In a post on Truth Social, he expressed his full support for legislative efforts to abolish what he describes as an expensive and unfair practice. The administration's aggressive stance reflects a broader strategy to address perceived vulnerabilities in the U.S. immigration system.

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