Following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed a Trump executive order aimed at denying citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents unconstitutional, aides to former President Trump are proposing a new immigration policy. This policy would focus on restricting entry to pregnant foreign women. The Supreme Court's decision was announced on June 30, 2026, and immediately prompted discussions among Trump allies about the implications of 'birth tourism,' where foreign visitors come to the U.S. to give birth in order to secure citizenship for their children.
Trump advisor Stephen Miller emphasized the need for careful consideration regarding who is allowed into the country temporarily, citing concerns that children born to non-citizens could access the social safety net. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has also expressed agreement with the notion that birth tourism is a significant issue. The Justice Department has urged prosecutors to investigate potential fraud associated with these practices, highlighting that many cases may involve false visa applications.
Estimates suggest that between 20,000 to 26,000 babies are born annually in the U.S. to foreign visitors, a small fraction of the total 3.6 million births recorded in 2025 according to the Centers for Disease Control. The discussion around this new proposal comes as the U.S. prepares for the World Cup, with several players on the national team benefiting from birthright citizenship.