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GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« on: July 09, 2025, 10:54:15 am »
GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
Story by Emily Prescott•
 
Rep. Andy Barr speaking at House Committee hearing
 
Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) has proposed a constitutional amendment to limit birthright citizenship, stating that U.S.-born individuals qualify only if at least one parent is a citizen, permanent resident, or legal-status military member. The measure aims to address what Barr sees as legal ambiguities in the 14th Amendment. Supporters argue it will clarify citizenship rules, while critics warn it could undermine immigrant rights.

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Re: GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« Reply #1 on: July 09, 2025, 10:55:38 am »
He should have added that the one parent who is a citizen cannot be a democrat. :whistle:
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Re: GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« Reply #2 on: July 09, 2025, 06:21:44 pm »
Nice gesture but it will go nowhere in today's divided America (and Congress).

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Re: GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« Reply #3 on: July 09, 2025, 06:28:04 pm »
It merely clarifies what the interpretation of the 14th should have been all along.
It isn't needed if the Amendment is just read and interpreted correctly.
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Re: GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« Reply #4 on: July 09, 2025, 06:36:47 pm »
It merely clarifies what the interpretation of the 14th should have been all along.
It isn't needed if the Amendment is just read and interpreted correctly.

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Re: GOP Lawmaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment
« Reply #5 on: July 09, 2025, 06:38:59 pm »