President-elect Donald Trump has reaffirmed his hardline stance on immigration, pledging to end birthright citizenship and deport all undocumented immigrants in the United States during an interview aired on Sunday.
Speaking on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Trump was asked if he would deport all immigrants living illegally in the U.S. during his four-year term. He replied, “You have to do it.”
He also insisted that he would work to end birthright citizenship, which is protected under the U.S. Constitution. Trump said he would pursue this “if we can, through executive action,” describing the practice as “ridiculous.”
Birthright citizenship allows anyone born in the United States to automatically become a citizen, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. Critics argue that removing this right could violate the Constitution.
Additionally, Trump discussed the United States’ role in NATO, warning that he would “absolutely” consider leaving the alliance unless member countries “pay their bills.” He emphasized, “They have to pay their bills. We won’t be treated unfairly anymore.”
Trump’s comments came during his first formal television interview since winning the November election, signaling that he plans to follow through on his controversial campaign promises.
These statements have already sparked debates, with opponents arguing that some of his proposed actions could face legal and constitutional challenges. Proponents, however, see them as steps toward strengthening national security and addressing immigration concerns.
