Washington, USA: President Donald Trump's new executive order has stirred widespread concern and confusion, particularly within immigrant communities, with the Indian diaspora in the U.S. feeling the most affected. This uncertainty is especially prominent among families on various visas.

The executive order stipulates that birthright citizenship will be denied to children born after February 19, 2025, if their parents are residing in the U.S. under tourist, temporary work, or dependent visas.

This raises an important question: What happens if a child is born just a day later, on February 20, to parents where the mother holds an H-4 visa and the father is on an H-1B visa?

Does this mean the newborn would automatically be deemed an illegal immigrant in the U.S.?

At this point, the answer remains unclear. The specifics of how the process will work, including whether parents would need to apply for H-4 dependent status for their child, are unknown.

This ambiguity has led to growing anxiety among expecting parents, especially those anticipating the birth of their child after February 19. The lack of clear instructions has left many mothers-to-be uncertain about the necessary steps to take. The confusion extends beyond Indian families and impacts all those in similar situations. Many are hoping the Trump administration will soon issue further details to clarify the process and alleviate these concerns.