Document Type
Blog Post
Publication Date
6-2025
Abstract
In light of recent efforts by the Trump administration to challenge birthright citizenship, this article addresses the history of the principle of jus soli in the United States and the reasoning behind its incorporation in the U.S. Constitution. The article also explores existing debates surrounding this principle, including those stemming from historical distortions and misconceptions about U.S.-born children of noncitizen parents, and ultimately highlights the importance of its preservation.
Recommended Citation
Mirzaei, Shahin, "Birthright Citizenship: Its History and Continued Relevance in Modern America" (2025). Immigration Law Blog. 17.
https://insight.dickinsonlaw.psu.edu/ilsblog/17