US President Donald Trump’s recent order to terminate birthright citizenship for immigrants has sparked a wave of urgency among Indian couples in the United States. With the new policy set to take effect from February 20, couples are hastening to ensure their babies are born before the deadline.
Infants born in the US before February 19 will retain the privilege of being natural-born American citizens. Post-deadline, children of non-citizen parents without Green Cards will no longer qualify for automatic citizenship.
This policy shift has left thousands of Indian families, many working on H-1B and L1 visas, scrambling to secure early deliveries. Reports suggest a noticeable increase in consultations for preterm C-sections, despite the medical risks associated with premature births.
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Indian immigrants on temporary work visas often face lengthy Green Card backlogs. The prospect of their children losing citizenship eligibility has added pressure to act swiftly, even under challenging circumstances.
As the deadline approaches, the medical community faces ethical dilemmas, while families grapple with tough choices to secure their children’s future in America.
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