First Amendment Rights and Immigration

This chapter explores the complexities of First Amendment rights for lawful permanent residents versus U.S. citizens, highlighting the ongoing debate about citizenship and personhood. It examines historical immigration laws and Supreme Court rulings, emphasizing how these legal precedents shape the rights of individuals in relation to free speech and executive authority. The discussion raises critical questions about government power in immigration matters, focusing on the intersection of civil rights, deportation, and selective exclusion laws.