Why Does the U.S. Have Birthright Citizenship? | United States v. Wong Kim Ark

The video discusses the case of Wong Kim Arc, born in San Francisco to Chinese immigrants, and his struggle for US citizenship. Despite being born in the US, Wong faced reentry denial due to his parents' nationality. The case reached the Supreme Court, which ruled in favor of Wong, affirming that anyone born in the US is a citizen, barring specific exceptions. This decision reinforced the 14th Amendment's citizenship clause, impacting millions. Wong's life remained challenging, facing constant scrutiny when traveling. His case remains pivotal in US citizenship law.

Discuss the implications of the Citizenship Clause as interpreted in Wong Kim Ark's case.

How did Wong Kim Ark's family situation affect his experience as a citizen?