Daijiworld Media Network - Washington
Washington, Apr 23: US President Donald Trump has stirred discussion after reposting a video featuring conservative commentator Michael Savage, in which the long-standing principle of birthright citizenship in the United States is strongly challenged.
The clip, originally aired on Savage’s Newsmax programme The Savage Nation, was reshared via a Truth Social account linked to Trump’s online activity. In it, Savage argues that current interpretations of birthright citizenship are being misused, claiming that some individuals enter the United States late in pregnancy so their children can automatically obtain citizenship at birth.
Savage further suggested that this legal interpretation creates a pathway for extended family migration, framing his remarks in sharply critical terms and referencing countries such as China and India.
Linking his comments to recent proceedings at the Supreme Court of the United States, Savage criticised what he described as overly technical legal reasoning around immigration and citizenship. He argued that the debate should be viewed as a broader public policy issue rather than a narrow constitutional question.
The commentator also took aim at legal advocacy groups, including those associated with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), accusing them of promoting policies he believes weaken national cohesion and demographic balance.
In his broader critique, Savage said the U.S. Constitution—drafted centuries ago—does not fully account for modern realities such as global travel and digital connectivity, suggesting that its framework struggles to address contemporary immigration challenges.
He contrasted present-day immigration trends with earlier waves of European migration, arguing that assimilation has declined and that the traditional “melting pot” model has eroded over time.
Concluding his remarks, Savage called for a nationwide referendum on birthright citizenship, saying the issue should ultimately be decided by voters rather than courts or legal interpretation.