Just one week into his role as Vice President, JD Vance has already made headlines for his fiery exchange with CBS anchor Margaret Brennan. The topic? Immigration and the controversial idea of ending birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. Vance’s unwavering support for Donald Trump’s hardline immigration policies has sparked intense debate, leaving Brennan and viewers alike stunned.
Trump’s stance on immigration has never been subtle. From the moment he took office, he signed over a dozen executive orders aimed at tightening border security and cracking down on undocumented immigrants. His administration has carried out widespread ICE raids, resulting in thousands of arrests, and even deployed the military to deport individuals or detain them in facilities like Guantanamo Bay. Trump has defended these actions, claiming they are necessary to protect Americans from criminal elements among immigrant populations.
JD Vance tells Margaret Brennan, that since he and Trump disagree with the 14th Amendment’s allowance of birth right citizenship, Trump has the power to amend the constitution. This is fascism. pic.twitter.com/whJAD0JVgg
— Sara Spector (@Miriam2626) January 26, 2025
One of Trump’s most contentious moves has been his push to end birthright citizenship, a right guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. On his Inauguration Day, Trump signed executive orders targeting children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents or those on temporary visas. Critics argue that this policy is unconstitutional and could traumatize millions of families. Despite legal challenges, Trump and his administration remain steadfast in their approach.
Vice President JD Vance is 100% correct, it's time to end birthright citizenship! pic.twitter.com/6m2VGbvlVB
— Brigitte Gabriel (@ACTBrigitte) January 26, 2025
Enter JD Vance. During his interview with Brennan, Vance passionately defended Trump’s policies, arguing that the current vetting process for immigrants is insufficient. He pointed to instances where supposedly vetted individuals later engaged in criminal or terrorist activities. Vance’s solution? A complete suspension of immigration until stricter measures can be implemented.
Brennan countered by highlighting the humanitarian impact of these policies, such as the 30,000 Afghan refugees left stranded after their flights to the U.S. were canceled. She also reminded Vance that the U.S. was built by immigrants and urged compassion. Vance, however, remained unmoved, stating, “Just because we were founded by immigrants doesn’t mean we have to have the dumbest immigration policy in the world.”
Margaret Brennan: “But this is a country founded by immigrants”
VP Vance: “Yes… but just because we were founded by immigrants doesn't mean that 240 years later we have to have the dumbest immigration policy in the world.”
Like he’s talking to a child.😂pic.twitter.com/j2V4P5IRsJ
— Geiger Capital (@Geiger_Capital) January 26, 2025
The interview took a dramatic turn when Vance repeatedly dismissed Brennan’s arguments with the phrase, “I don’t care, Margaret.” This blunt response quickly went viral, sparking both support and criticism online. Many praised Vance for prioritizing national security, while others expressed concern over the potential consequences of such rigid policies.
As the debate continues, one thing is clear: the Trump administration’s immigration policies are reshaping the nation’s approach to citizenship and border security. With Vance firmly in Trump’s corner, the future of immigration in the U.S. remains uncertain.