A new Rasmussen Reports poll reveals that a majority of likely U.S. voters support placing restrictions on birthright citizenship, a long-debated aspect of U.S. immigration policy.
The survey found that 54% of respondents favor limiting automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. only if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Among them, 32% strongly support such restrictions. Meanwhile, 35% oppose limiting birthright citizenship, with 22% strongly against the idea. An additional 10% remain undecided.
The issue of birthright citizenship has been a point of contention in national politics for years, with some lawmakers and legal scholars arguing that the current interpretation of the 14th Amendment allows for exploitation of the system. Supporters of restricting the policy contend that it would prevent abuses and ensure that citizenship is tied to legal residency. Opponents, however, argue that altering birthright citizenship contradicts constitutional principles and could lead to legal and humanitarian challenges.
As discussions about immigration reform continue, the poll suggests that a significant portion of the electorate is open to reevaluating how U.S. citizenship is granted at birth. Whether these views translate into policy changes remains to be seen.
By: Montana Newsroom staff
