- President Donald Trumps executive order to halt birthright citizenship for children of undocumented parents has drawn widespread criticism
- Nigerians abroad strongly criticise the move, emphasising that citizenship by birth is a constitutional right that cannot be changed by executive order alone
- Ambassador Rasheed Akinkuolie asserts the order is blatantly unconstitutional, with a federal judge already issuing a temporary restraining order
An international expert explains why Donald Trump’s executive order on US citizenship is stillborn.
Photo credit: Chip SomodevillaSource: Getty ImagesNigerians in diaspora voice strong opposition Is it in line with extant laws? Is an executive order enough to amend a constitutional issue? he asked. Will Trump’s executive order stand the test of time?Birthright citizenship is a constitutional right in the United States, and any attempt to alter it would likely face defeat in court, Akinkuolie stated. The American constitution is clear, and any attempt to undermine its principles through executive action will face significant legal and public resistance. US birthright citizenship: 22 states reject Trump’s order
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