A new bill, the “Making American Elections Great Again Act,” has been introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene with support from President Donald Trump.
The bill proposes counting only U.S. citizens in the decennial census, which determines the allocation of congressional seats and Electoral College votes.
This change could impact states with large noncitizen populations, like California and New York, by shifting political power to those with fewer noncitizens.
Opponents argue that the bill may violate the 14th Amendment, which requires all persons to be counted in the census, potentially leading to legal challenges.
Proponents of the bill argue that it would ensure more equitable representation for American citizens.
If passed, the legislation could significantly alter the political landscape, potentially redistributing congressional seats and Electoral College votes.
The proposal has sparked a nationwide debate over the interpretation of constitutional provisions and how citizenship should be factored into representation.
While the bill’s future is uncertain, it marks a major step in ongoing discussions about immigration and electoral fairness in the U.S.
As the debate continues, the bill could shape the future of elections and how the nation determines political power.
