The US World Cup star who couldn't be an American under Trump's plan
Summary
Folarin Balogun, born in New York but raised in England, plays as a striker for the U.S. men's soccer team and scored two goals in their opening World Cup game against Paraguay. His U.S. citizenship comes from birthright laws that grant citizenship to anyone born on American soil, a rule that President Donald Trump's immigration policies seek to change.Key Facts
- Balogun was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 2001 because his pregnant mother was not allowed on a flight back to England.
- Being born in the U.S. automatically granted him American citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
- President Trump's immigration plan aims to end birthright citizenship for children of people in the U.S. illegally or on temporary visas.
- Balogun grew up in England and was involved with both the English and U.S. youth soccer teams.
- He plays professionally for AS Monaco in France's Ligue 1.
- Balogun scored two goals in the U.S. men's team's opening World Cup match, helping them beat Paraguay.
- His presence is seen as a big asset to the U.S. team, with fans and former players praising his talent.
- The U.S. Supreme Court will soon rule on President Trump's executive order regarding birthright citizenship.
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