Federal Judge Says American Samoans Are U.S. Citizens

Federal Judge Says American Samoans Are U.S. Citizens

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The video discusses a recent court ruling that American Samoans should be granted US passports, following a 2018 lawsuit. The lawsuit highlights the limitations faced by American Samoans due to their non-citizen national status, affecting employment and voting rights. Unlike other US territories, American Samoans do not receive citizenship at birth. The judge's decision is based on the 14th Amendment and Supreme Court precedent. Previously, the Supreme Court declined a similar case in 2016, stating the Constitution does not automatically grant citizenship to those born in US territories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the 2018 lawsuit filed by American Samoans living in Utah?

To gain employment opportunities and voting rights

To receive free education in the US

To establish a separate government

To increase tourism in American Samoa

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the citizenship status of people born in American Samoa differ from those born in other US territories?

They automatically receive US citizenship

They are not recognized by the US government

They are considered non-citizen nationals

They have dual citizenship

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the judge emphasize about the court's role in granting citizenship?

The court is following the 14th amendment

The court is acting independently of the Constitution

The court is ignoring Supreme Court precedent

The court is creating new laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the similar case that the Supreme Court declined to hear in 2016?

The case was resolved in favor of the plaintiffs

The Constitution was amended

The Constitution does not grant citizenship to those born in the territory

The case was dismissed without a hearing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Court of Appeals, what does the Constitution say about citizenship for those born in US territories?

It requires a special application process

It automatically grants citizenship

It allows for dual citizenship

It does not confer citizenship