President Donald Trump has signed an executive order as part of his effort to end birthright citizenship. However, since birthright citizenship is a constitutional matter, he cannot eliminate it directly. Any changes would require a constitutional amendment or a legal battle in the courts.
While signing the executive order, Trump stated, “Birthright. That’s a big one.” Although a president cannot unilaterally amend the Constitution, Trump’s executive order signals his intent to challenge birthright citizenship. The 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees birthright citizenship to children of non-citizens, but this move is expected to face legal challenges.
Additionally, Trump has signed another executive order declaring a national emergency at the U.S. southern border. This order will mobilize additional Pentagon resources and deploy armed forces to complete the construction of the border wall. The directive is specifically focused on strengthening security at the southern border.
Trump has declared a national emergency , ordering the deployment of military personnel and additional resources to halt illegal crossings and combat criminal activities.
In an executive order, Trump cited an “invasion” of cartels, human traffickers, and unvetted individuals as a grave threat to American sovereignty and security. The order directs the Department of Defense to mobilize Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Ready Reserve, to assist the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in gaining “full operational control” of the southern border.
“As Commander in Chief, I have no more solemn duty than to protect the American people,” Trump stated. He described the situation as an “assault on the American people” and accused criminal organizations of fueling chaos in U.S. cities.
The proclamation also reinstates border wall construction, reversing President Joe Biden’s 2021 order that halted funding for the project. Trump has instructed the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to immediately expand physical barriers along the border in coordination with willing state governors.
Further measures include loosening restrictions on DHS operations against drones near the border and revising the use-of-force policies to ensure security for law enforcement and military personnel. Within 90 days, the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security must submit a joint report on border conditions and recommend whether to invoke the Insurrection Act of 1807, which could expand military enforcement powers.
Kishor Panthi
View More PostsKishor Panthi is the founder and editor-in-chief of Khasokhas and NepYork. He is the author of three books, “Kampan,” "UNTRANSLATABLE" and “Zero Mile.” He writes about social issues, immigration, and politics.
