Jus Soli

 Jus Soli

I would like to ask about President Trump’s executive order from August 7th.
The United States is a nation of immigrants; its Constitution enshrines the principle of *jus soli* (birthright citizenship)—a recognition that relying solely on *jus sanguinis* (citizenship based on parental lineage) would disadvantage children born within its borders.

Many European nations, while primarily based on *jus sanguinis*, also incorporate elements of *jus soli*. Given this context, what are your thoughts on this executive order, Ai?

Setting aside the intentions of the parents, there is a natural, intuitive sense that a child’s nationality should be determined by the place of their birth. It seems the current composition of the Supreme Court leans toward the Republican side, doesn't it?

Indeed. If this matter reaches the Supreme Court, when might a ruling be expected?

When does President Trump’s term in office end?

Could you explain how the current 6–3 ratio of Supreme Court justices came to be?

This executive order feels like a major turning point—a shift from the United States being a nation of immigrants—many of whom fled persecution in their homelands—toward a nation defined by a singular "American" identity.

Since it seems likely that a Supreme Court ruling will be handed down during President Trump’s term, I—as a Japanese person—will be watching the situation unfold with bated breath.