Ted Cruz: “Birthright citizenship is a policy that doesn't make sense…”

“Well, look, this particular provision doesn't resolve that. It just relies on U.S. law. And so right now, U.S. law confers citizenship on birth. I think Birthright citizenship is a policy that doesn't make sense because it encourages illegal immigration. So I've long advocated for changing that policy. But, but this, this bill is an economic bill, so it's not purporting to resolve immigration questions.” (07:17–07:24)

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