President-elect Trump aims to end birthright citizenship via executive order, mandating at least one US citizen parent for automatic citizenship and denying benefits to children of two undocumented parents. Legal experts overwhelmingly believe this action would violate the 14th Amendment and the precedent set by *United States v. Wong Kim Ark*, rendering it likely unsuccessful in court. The proposed order could affect millions of children in mixed-status families, disproportionately impacting those of Mexican and Central American descent. Ending birthright citizenship would require a constitutional amendment, a politically improbable feat.
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The proposed executive order, which mirrors a 1940 system intended for officer development, would expedite the removal of military officials deemed lacking in leadership qualities. While the order leaves the definition of these qualities vague, it raises concerns about potential abuse for political purposes. Critics warn that such a system could be used to purge dissenting voices and create a military leadership solely loyal to the administration’s agenda, potentially undermining the integrity and independence of the armed forces. The order’s implementation remains uncertain, but its potential to politicize the military has sparked widespread debate and alarm.
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A draft executive order circulated by Donald Trump proposes the creation of a board tasked with removing military generals and admirals deemed lacking in “requisite leadership qualities.” This proposal has sparked significant concerns and raised alarm bells across the political spectrum.
The primary concern is that this board, rather than focusing on genuine leadership qualities, would be used to purge the military of individuals who do not exhibit unwavering loyalty to Trump. Such a move would effectively undermine the integrity of the military, turning it into a tool for the president’s personal agenda rather than a protector of the Constitution.
Critics argue that this purge would be akin to the actions of dictatorships, where the military is stripped of its independence and forced to serve the whims of the ruling party.… Continue reading
Republicans Who Denounced Biden For Using Too Many Executive Orders Now Urge Him To Use Executive Orders Because They Don’t Want To Legislate
The hypocrisy of some Republicans never ceases to amaze me. It seems that when it comes to criticizing President Biden, their principles conveniently go out the window. Just a few months ago, they were denouncing Biden for using too many executive orders, claiming that he was overstepping his authority and acting like a dictator. But now, they are urging him to use executive orders because they simply don’t want to do their job and legislate.
It’s ironic how they criticized Biden for his use of executive orders, conveniently forgetting that their beloved former president, Donald Trump, used even more executive orders during his time in office.… Continue reading
Republicans Who Denounced Biden For Using Too Many Executive Orders Now Urge Him To Use Executive Orders Because They Don’t Want To Legislate
It’s fascinating to witness the hypocrisy of politicians when it comes to executive orders. When former President Trump was in office, Republicans praised his use of executive orders, often turning a blind eye to the potential overreach of his authority. But now that President Biden is utilizing executive orders, these same Republicans are singing a different tune, decrying the “record number” of orders and claiming that Biden is abusing his power. The blatant double standard is both frustrating and indicative of a larger problem within the Republican party.… Continue reading
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