Federal Judge Says American Samoans Are U.S. Citizens

The video discusses a recent court ruling that American Samoans should be granted US passports, following a 2018 lawsuit. The lawsuit highlights the limitations faced by American Samoans due to their non-citizen national status, affecting employment and voting rights. Unlike other US territories, American Samoans do not receive citizenship at birth. The judge's decision is based on the 14th Amendment and Supreme Court precedent. Previously, the Supreme Court declined a similar case in 2016, stating the Constitution does not automatically grant citizenship to those born in US territories.

What was the main reason for the 2018 lawsuit filed by American Samoans living in Utah?

• To gain employment opportunities and voting rights

• To receive free education in the US

• To establish a separate government

• To increase tourism in American Samoa

How does the citizenship status of people born in American Samoa differ from those born in other US territories?

• They automatically receive US citizenship

• They are not recognized by the US government

• They are considered non-citizen nationals

• They have dual citizenship

What did the judge emphasize about the court's role in granting citizenship?

• The court is following the 14th amendment

• The court is acting independently of the Constitution

• The court is ignoring Supreme Court precedent

• The court is creating new laws

What was the outcome of the similar case that the Supreme Court declined to hear in 2016?

• The case was resolved in favor of the plaintiffs

• The Constitution was amended

• The Constitution does not grant citizenship to those born in the territory

• The case was dismissed without a hearing

According to the Court of Appeals, what does the Constitution say about citizenship for those born in US territories?

• It requires a special application process

• It automatically grants citizenship

• It allows for dual citizenship

• It does not confer citizenship