The article discusses the historical context of efforts to deny birthright citizenship, drawing parallels between recent executive actions and past legislative attempts such as the Citizenship Reform Act of 1995. It highlights Walter Dellinger, who declared such efforts unconstitutional, and emphasizes that any change would require a constitutional amendment, fundamentally betraying established American principles. Judge John C. Coughenour’s recent statement reinforces this view, asserting the clear unconstitutionality of attempts to revoke birthright citizenship that have persisted over the years.
The lawfulness of this bill is not among them. This legislation is unquestionably unconstitutional.
I've been on the bench for over four decades. I can't remember another case where the question presented is as clear as this one.
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