Marjorie Taylor Greene to push new law requiring U.S. Census count only citizens

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced that she will introduce legislation to require the U.S. Census to count only American citizens. The proposal aims to reshape how congressional representation and federal funding are calculated by excluding non-citizens from population totals.

The U.S. Census, conducted every ten years, currently includes citizens and non-citizens residing in the country. This count is used to determine congressional seats and allocate billions in federal funds.

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Greene’s proposal would alter this by mandating that only American citizens be included in the official tally. The legislation reflects a push from some conservatives to limit the influence of non-citizens in political representation.

Historically, the Census has always counted everyone residing in the U.S., regardless of immigration status. The 14th Amendment mandates apportionment of representatives based on “whole persons,” a phrase widely interpreted to include all residents.

Supporters of Greene’s initiative argue that including non-citizens skews representation and disadvantages areas with fewer immigrants. They say only citizens should influence congressional apportionment and federal resource distribution.

Opponents counter that counting all residents ensures fair representation for communities regardless of citizenship. They emphasize that public services and infrastructure serve all residents, making an inclusive count necessary.

The debate also touches on the broader issue of immigration policy and national sovereignty. Some view the proposal as part of an effort to assert stronger national identity and control over federal systems.

Greene’s announcement did not include details on how citizenship verification would be implemented during the Census. Such a policy would likely face legal and logistical challenges if passed.