Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has requested a federal investigation regarding the citizenship status of children born to foreign diplomats in the U.S. He expressed concerns that these children may have illegally obtained U.S. passports and Social Security numbers. In a letter addressed to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, Schmitt argued that this practice violates the Constitution and presents national security risks. He stated that citizenship should not be granted to individuals who are under the jurisdiction of foreign governments, which includes the children of diplomats. Schmitt criticized previous administrations for weakening regulations regarding this issue and is advocating for legislative changes to address birthright citizenship and related practices.
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Senator Requests Investigation into Citizenship for Children of Foreign Diplomats
Senator Eric Schmitt is calling for a federal investigation into the citizenship of children born to foreign diplomats, alleging they may have illegally received U.S. passports and Social Security numbers. He argues that this practice violates the Constitution and poses national security risks, and he is pushing for legislative changes regarding birthright citizenship.
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GOP Senator Sounds Alarm: Are Diplomats’ Children Illegally Receiving U.S. Citizenship?
Senator Requests Investigation into Citizenship for Children of Foreign Diplomats