Senator Eric Schmitt, a Republican from Missouri, is expressing concerns about the Supreme Court’s recent decision on birthright citizenship, citing potential national security risks, particularly from China. Schmitt outlines steps for lawmakers and the administration to address the issue.

Schmitt emphasized his urgency, stating, I want to get this done because I really believe that the future of our country is on the line. He stressed his objection to the idea of foreign military personnel exploiting birthright citizenship.

Proposed solutions range from constitutional amendments to legislative changes, with Schmitt advocating for efforts on all fronts. He described a multi-step approach:

• Short-term: Executive action
• Medium-term: Legislative measures
• Long-term: Constitutional amendment

While a constitutional amendment is seen as the most direct response, Schmitt believes legislative efforts could be more feasible. He refers to Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s comments as a roadmap for potential changes.

Kavanaugh suggested new legislation could create exceptions for birthright citizenship related to foreign nationals unlawfully or temporarily in the U.S. Schmitt’s legislative proposal aims to redefine the language of the 14th Amendment, emphasizing the phrase not subject to a foreign power as a corrective measure.

Schmitt suggested that this amendment could counteract the court’s interpretation and reverse its decision by clarifying congressional intent. However, achieving this legislative change faces challenges, such as the Senate’s 60-vote filibuster rule requiring bipartisan support.

Schmitt recalled past Democratic efforts, such as Harry Reid’s 1993 Immigration Stabilization Act, as evidence of historical support for controlling citizenship qualifications. He questioned whether Democrats might reconsider their stance on immigration based on past actions and the present political climate.

Alex Miller reports for Fox News Digital, focusing on the U.S. Senate.