Donald Trump’s kids including Barron spark huge debate over their US citizenship’s after people spot ‘major issue’
A heated online debate has emerged as President Donald Trump pushes to end birthright citizenship in the U.S., raising questions about his own children’s citizenship status. Trump signed an executive order in January aiming to end this constitutional right, with reports suggesting it may take effect in some states by the end of July.
Birthright citizenship, protected by the 14th Amendment, grants U.S. citizenship to nearly all individuals born on American soil, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. If Trump’s order succeeds, children would only qualify if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
The executive order mainly targets children born to undocumented immigrants or those on temporary visas, aligning with Trump’s broader immigration crackdown. Although still being challenged in court, a recent Supreme Court ruling limits nationwide injunctions, allowing the policy to move forward in some states.
As the order gains traction, attention has turned to Trump’s own family. Critics noted that his first wife Ivana wasn’t a U.S. citizen when their three children—Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric—were born. Similarly, Melania Trump wasn’t a citizen when she gave birth to Barron.
Some pointed out that Trump’s citizenship would still make his children eligible, regardless of their mothers’ status. Melania and Ivana also held green cards at the time, which would meet the new proposed criteria.
Despite online backlash, supporters argue Trump’s children are legal citizens due to their father’s status and their mothers’ legal residency.