DHS Posts, Then Deletes, 'Built the Wall' World Cup Meme
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted and then deleted a controversial social media image linking the U.S.-Mexico border wall to the U.S. men's national soccer team after their World Cup win. The posts drew criticism because many team players are immigrants or children of immigrants, highlighting tensions around immigration and citizenship policies.Key Facts
- DHS posted an edited photo showing the U.S. men's soccer team with a border wall and caption "Built the wall."
- The post was deleted shortly after widespread backlash.
- Another DHS post before the match used immigrant players to promote a homeland defense message.
- Many U.S. team players were born outside the U.S. or have immigrant parents.
- Folarin Balogun, one of the team’s star players, is a U.S. citizen by birthright, born in Brooklyn.
- Birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment is currently challenged in a Supreme Court case, Trump v. Barbara.
- Legislation like the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 could force dual citizens to choose one nationality, possibly affecting players’ eligibility.
- Lawmakers and experts say such citizenship restrictions would be unconstitutional.
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