False
Don't fall for claim Marco Rubio said being born on US soil 'doesn't make you a citizen'
The claim that Marco Rubio said being born in the U.S. does not make one a citizen is false.
Key points
- Marco Rubio has never made such a statement.
- U.S. citizenship for those born on American soil is guaranteed by the Constitution and established law.
- Statements from his campaigns or supporters might have been misinterpreted.
Explanation
The claim that Marco Rubio said being born in the U.S. does not make one a citizen is false. According to available sources, Marco Rubio has never made such a statement. The U.S. Constitution and established laws guarantee citizenship for those born on American soil through the principle of birthright citizenship. Statements from his campaigns or supporters might have been misinterpreted or taken out of context.
Sources
- Marco Rubio never said 'born in U.S. doesn't make you a citizen' Fact-check from Politifact
- Citizenship Through Birth or Naturalization | USCIS Official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services information on birthright citizenship.