GOP's Lawler: 'Birth tourism' not an issue for 'executive fiat or judicial activism'

In a surprising move, Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) has called for Congressional action to address the issue of "birth tourism," a practice in which foreign nationals travel to the United States to give birth and obtain citizenship for their children. The call to action comes after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship, with a majority of justices, including Chief Justice John Roberts, siding with the liberal wing of the court. The high court's decision has sparked debate over the interpretation of the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to individuals born on U.S. soil. Lawler's statement suggests that some Republicans are looking to find a legislative solution to the issue, rather than relying on executive orders or judicial decisions.

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) on Tuesday said "birth tourism" is an issue Congress should address, "not by executive fiat or judicial activism," after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's restrictions on birthright citizenship. Three conservative justices, including Chief Justice John Roberts, joined all three liberal justices in ruling that the 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship...