Birthright Citizenship in Crosshairs Again: A Passport Proposal that Raises More Questions than Answers The US State Department's proposed rule change, requiring parents to prove their own citizenship or immigration status before issuing passports to their children, is the latest development in a long standing debate over birthright citizenship.
Critics argue it will unfairly penalize vulnerable populations. This proposal may be an attempt to codify and streamline existing policies rather than genuinely curb "birth tourism.
" The draft guidance was leaked to Reuters, suggesting the State Department wants to gauge public reaction before finalizing its plans.