King Obama? The Constitutionality of the Immigration Executive Order

King Obama? The Constitutionality of the Immigration Executive Order

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History, Social Studies

6th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the constitutionality of President Obama's executive order on immigration, which affects approximately 5 million illegal immigrants. It outlines the eligibility criteria for avoiding deportation and examines arguments for and against the order's constitutionality. Opponents argue it violates the Faithful Execution Clause and democratic principles, while supporters cite historical precedents and prosecutorial discretion. The video concludes by inviting viewers to consider the constitutional implications and potential consequences of the order.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two groups eligible to avoid deportation under Obama's executive order?

All illegal immigrants

Parents of citizens and children who arrived under 16

Only those with a criminal record

Citizens of neighboring countries

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which constitutional clause is cited by opponents of the executive order?

Supremacy Clause

Commerce Clause

Faithful Execution Clause

Equal Protection Clause

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one argument against the executive order based on recent elections?

It was supported by all political parties

It contradicts the election results favoring strict immigration

It reflects the will of the people

It was passed by Congress

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do supporters justify the executive order under the Faithful Execution Clause?

By arguing it grants citizenship

By stating it focuses on deporting criminals

By claiming it is a new law

By saying it allows voting rights

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which historical precedent is used to support the executive order?

The Emancipation Proclamation

Herbert Hoover's press conference on immigration

The New Deal

The Civil Rights Act

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge in Congress passing a new immigration law?

Lack of public support

Need for a two-thirds majority

Presidential veto

Supreme Court ruling

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final call to action mentioned in the video?

To ignore the executive order

To pass a new immigration law

To deport all illegal immigrants

To grant citizenship to all affected