mr. mccarter. would also like to introduce into the record a note that was written by amy swear from heritage f foundation that was written extensively on this issue and also an op-ed that was written by mr. cooper along with pete patterson on this subject as well. without objection i will insert it into the record. that concludes today's hearing. we thank the witnesses for appearing before the subcommittee today. what without objection, the hearing is adjourned. [inaudibleou conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] >> if you ever miss any of the c-span's coverage you can find it anytime on my net c-span.org. videos of two hearings, and other events feature markers that guide you to interesting and use with highlights. these points of interest markers appear on the right inside of your screen when you hit play on select videos. this time lentil

mr. mccarter i will note ms. frost, when we have a little bit of time, i will give you ample time as well the please proceed. >> ranking member and distinguished members of the committee, the 14th amendment confers citizenship on any person who was both born or naturalized in the united states and subject to the jurisdiction thereof. each of those clauses is a specialized term of art. it does not mean what it may mean at first glance. for example held as recently as four years ago that those born in u.s. territories are not covered by the citizenship clause despite being literally born in the united states. and, similarly, the jurisdiction clause it evokes the doctrine of allegiance meaning the person must owe direct and exclusive allegiance to the sovereign as a d.c. circuit held as recent as 2015. historical record is lengthy and complex. i would respectfully direct you all to the amicus brief that i submitted on behalf of many members of this committee. i will highlight three issues in particular. first, like