New York Attorney General Letitia James has responded to President Trump's recent Executive Order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. The executive order challenges the 14th Amendment, which has guaranteed citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil for over 156 years.
In her statement, Attorney General James emphasized that "President Trump cannot ignore the 14th Amendment, or any part of our Constitution." She described the executive order as an attempt to create division and fear among communities.
James assured that her office is ready to counter this move legally, stating, "We are prepared to fight back with the full force of the law to uphold the integrity of our Constitution." She reaffirmed her commitment as Attorney General to protect "the legal rights of immigrants and their families and communities," adding that they are currently reviewing their legal options.