"Birthright Tourism" Sparks Controversy: Congressional Leader Weighs in on Supreme Court Ruling In a recent statement, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has ignited a heated debate on the issue of "birthright tourism," a phenomenon where individuals travel to the United States with the intention of giving birth to secure citizenship for their children. Johnson's comments come on the heels of President Trump's call to action, urging Congress to address the issue of birthright citizenship following the Supreme Court's decision to decline ruling on his executive order to limit the practice. Johnson's praise for Justice Clarence Thomas's dissent in the case has further fueled the controversy, with many questioning the implications of the 14th Amendment in this context. As the debate continues to unfold, lawmakers and citizens alike are left wondering whether the concept of birthright citizenship is being exploited, and what potential consequences this may have for the country's immigration policies.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday said "birthright tourism" has "devalued" the 14th Amendment after President Trump called on Congress to tackle the issue of birthright citizenship following the Supreme Court's recent decision. Johnson praised Justice Clarence Thomas's dissent against the high court's opinion that it would not rule on Trump's executive order to limit...
