Mark Levin Podcast

Birthright Citizenship: Debunking the Myths

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Apr 19, 2025
Jim Trusty, a seasoned lawyer and former federal prosecutor, joins to unpack the myths surrounding birthright citizenship. He points out that the 14th Amendment was never intended to grant citizenship to the children of illegal immigrants. Trusty also critiques media coverage of immigration enforcement, particularly in cases involving violent offenders. The conversation touches on the rise of extremist rhetoric among pro-Palestinian activists and the urgent need to defend national security amidst political hypocrisy and flawed judicial processes.
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ANECDOTE

Garcia's Dangerous Profile

  • Kilmar Armando Obrega Garcia is a violent MS-13 gang member and wife-beater with multiple deportation orders.
  • Media and Democrats defend him despite clear evidence of his criminality and illegal status.
INSIGHT

Misinterpretation of 14th Amendment

  • The 14th Amendment was designed to grant citizenship to freed slaves and their children, not to illegal or foreign aliens.
  • The term "jurisdiction" in the amendment refers to political allegiance, not mere physical presence in the U.S.
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