President Donald Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship has raised concerns among Indian immigrants in the U.S. The order states that U.S. citizenship will not automatically apply to children born in the U.S. if:
1. The mother was in the U.S. unlawfully, and the father is not a citizen or permanent resident.
2. The mother was in the U.S. legally but temporarily (e.g., on a student, work, or tourist visa), and the father is not a citizen or permanent resident.
Official Executive Order : https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/protecting-the-meaning-and-value-of-american-citizenship/
This EO mainly targets illegal immigrants and anchor babies by B1 visa tourists visa holders. This change could affect many Indians who live in the U.S. on temporary visas, such as H-1B or student visas. Their U.S.-born children may not qualify for citizenship at birth, creating uncertainty for families.
Legal experts argue that the order conflicts with the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to anyone born in the U.S. Advocacy groups plan to challenge the order in court.
For Indian families, the order may influence decisions about travel, childbirth, and long-term plans in the U.S. It also highlights the ongoing changes and debates in U.S. immigration policy.