On January 20, 2025, just hours into his new Administration, President Trump signed an Executive Order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of parents without lawful status or on non-immigrant visas—an action that directly contradicts the plain text of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship to all individuals born on U.S. soil, with only one exception: children of foreign diplomats with diplomatic immunity.
Hear the statement from Laura Kelley, Miami-Dade Democratic Party Chair
This Executive Order is not only blatantly unconstitutional but also a dangerous assertion of power that defies the rule of law. Coupled with his sweeping pardon of all January 6th defendants, including those who violently attacked law enforcement, Trump’s actions make clear that he has no respect for law and order whatsoever.
Our democracy cannot withstand this level of blatant disregard for our Constitution, our institutions, and justice itself. The Miami-Dade Democratic Party stands ready to fight these attacks and defend the fundamental rights that define our nation.
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