US Denies Tourist Visas for Birth Tourism in India, Scrutinizing Citizenship Claims

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The US embassy in India has clarified that tourist visa applications will be rejected if officers suspect the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the US, with the intention of obtaining citizenship for the child. This move comes as the US Supreme Court prepares to review the constitutionality of a 2020 order signed by former President Donald Trump to end birthright citizenship. Born out of a 14th Amendment provision, birthright citizenship grants citizenship to children born on American soil, regardless of their parents' immigration status. If the Supreme Court upholds Trump's order, it would mark a significant shift in US immigration policy, overturning over 125 years of precedent. In a recent interview, Trump argued that the US cannot afford to provide resources for millions of people born through birthright citizenship. He also emphasized that the concept of birthright citizenship was originally intended for the children of enslaved individuals, and that the provision was enacted during a specific period in American history after the Civil War. The US embassy's clarification on tourist visa applications is part of a broader effort to strengthen immigration enforcement. As the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in on Trump's order, it remains unclear whether the court will uphold or strike down the provision. It's worth noting that Trump has stated he has not considered revoking citizenship from individuals already holding it, should the Supreme Court rule in his favor. The US Supreme Court's decision is expected to have a significant impact on US immigration policy and its implications for families and individuals across the globe.