Birthright citizenship has been a significant topic of debate, but a deep dive into the Constitution and the history behind it reveals a clear legal framework. The conversation around this issue often focuses on the concept of birthright citizenship, its origins, and why it is a fundamental part of U.S. law.

14th Amendment. This amendment was a direct response to the Supreme Court’s “horrific” Dred Scott decision, which ruled that a Black man living in a free state, who was born to a slave, was not a citizen and had no rights that a white man was bound to respect. The 14th Amendment was introduced by Senator Jacob Howard of Michigan and passed Congress with strong Republican support, with every opposing vote coming from Democrats.

The key clause of the amendment states: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States”. The drafters of the amendment, including Senator Howard and Senator Lyman Trumbull, intended for this to apply to “every person born within the limits of the United States”.

The phrase “subject to the jurisdiction” is crucial to understanding the amendment’s intent. According to Senator Trumbull, this phrase was meant to exclude two specific groups: foreign diplomats and enemy combatants. It does not, however, exclude children of immigrants, even those who came to the country illegally. The drafters of the amendment were aware of significant immigration, both legal and illegal, occurring at the time of its passage in 1868 but chose not to include an exclusion for the children of immigrants.

Being “subject to the jurisdiction” simply means that an individual is subject to the laws of the land. An illegal immigrant is still subject to U.S. laws; they can be arrested, tried for crimes, and deported, which proves they are under the jurisdiction of the United States.

The Constitution was designed to be a safeguard against populism. The staggered terms of the Senate and the two-year election cycle of the House of Representatives were set up to ensure that the government represents the needs of both the present and the future, preventing a popular but potentially harmful movement from taking away individual rights. As a conservative, an individual believes that the law and Constitution are “colorblind” and that individual liberties should not be taken away due to popular opinion.

Enforcing laws is not “inhumane” but rather a necessary measure to preserve the order and structure of a society. While it may seem “inhumane” to separate families, the law holds that a child’s American citizenship does not automatically grant the same status to their parents. The parents, by their actions, are responsible for their potential separation from their families, just as a person who commits a crime and is sent to prison is responsible for being separated from their family

On this episode of I’m Right, Deal With It, Andy Parrish lays out a bold argument: Christians are the “number one problem that the Republican Party faces” because they’ve allowed “every bad thing that has happened in this country to happen” by staying silent and sitting on the sidelines.

He challenges the two biggest lies that have kept the church out of politics:

The lie of turning people off to the gospel: Parish argues that the gospel is already challenging, and pastors aren’t afraid to confront sin. He states that being politically vocal might even “turn people on” to the church.

The lie about nonprofit status: Andy busts the myth that churches will lose their tax-exempt status by getting political. He explains that religious institutions are automatically nonprofits and that most churches wouldn’t pay income taxes anyway, as they don’t turn a profit.

Ultimately, Andy Parrish says it’s time for Christians to “wake up” and get involved, reminding listeners that we are called to be ambassadors of Jesus in every aspect of life, including the political arena.

Listen to the full episode and find out why it’s time for churches to stop being silent and “get in the fight”.

On this episode of The Andy Parrish Show – I’m Right, Deal With It, Andy takes on two explosive topics that define America’s current crisis of leadership.

First, the tragic school shooting in Madison. Andy addresses the real root cause—sin and evil—not firearms, and dismantles the propaganda of school shooter drills designed to create fear, trauma, and ultimately fuel a long-term gun control agenda. He puts the statistics in perspective, comparing the risk of dying in a school shooting to bee stings, lightning strikes, dog bites, even falling out of bed. The media sensationalizes tragedy, and Andy exposes how the left exploits it to push for disarming Americans.

Second, Andy rips apart the so-called “continuing resolution” in Congress. Behind its 1,500+ pages are billions in pork spending, bailouts, and pet projects—from rebuilding bridges in Baltimore to creating a 6G task force. He calls out Republican leadership for selling out their voters and reminds listeners that without accountability, conservatives risk losing their country to “Democrat light” policies.

This is an unfiltered breakdown of the lies, fear tactics, and political betrayals you’re not supposed to question. Andy doesn’t just question them—he shreds them.

The media elites and career politicians want you to believe tariffs are the same thing as taxes. They’re not. Tariffs are a tool of economic diplomacy—something America can use to protect our workers, strengthen our borders, and force countries like Mexico and Canada to play fair.

Chuck Schumer and the left cry that tariffs will drive up the price of beer, guacamole, and free-range tofu. But here’s the truth: Mexico sends 80% of its exports to us, Canada sends 75%. When the U.S. economy sneezes, their economies get pneumonia. That’s leverage—and President Trump was right to use it.

Unlike taxes, which punish American families and businesses, tariffs put the pressure where it belongs: on foreign governments who depend on us more than we depend on them. The Constitution makes clear that government exists to serve the people, not the other way around. That’s why defending American jobs and sovereignty isn’t “mean”—it’s common sense.

The left wants you distracted with avocados and Corona beer photo ops. But here’s the real question: do we stand up for American workers, or do we sell them out for cheap labor and broken promises?

I’m Andy Parrish, and on The Andy Parrish Show I’ll keep cutting through the noise to bring you the truth—unapologetically, constitutionally, and with a little humor. I’m right… deal with it.

You’ve probably seen it — the profile picture warriors on social media. They slap a blue-and-yellow filter on their accounts, hashtag “I stand with Ukraine,” swirl their box wine, and pretend they’ve made a difference. But ask them about Ukraine’s history, why the war started, or what America’s real stake is, and you’ll get blank stares.

That’s because the truth about Ukraine isn’t what you’ve been told. And it’s time to lay it out.

Ukraine has been split politically and culturally since 1991. The western half wants closer ties to the EU. The eastern half — especially Donbas and Crimea — has stronger ties to Russia, fueled by heritage, economics, and geography.

Back in 2014, President Viktor Yanukovych chose a $15 billion deal from Russia over Europe, sparking protests and his eventual removal. The Donbas region and Crimea declared independence, aligning themselves with Russia. These aren’t just symbolic territories — they’re loaded with lithium, titanium, and other resources vital for the green energy industry. In short: the Saudi Arabia of renewables.

Fast-forward to 2019. Enter Volodymyr Zelensky — an actor, comedian, and TV personality turned politician. He campaigned on fighting corruption and reclaiming Donbas and Crimea. Instead, he’s presided over devastation:

$400 billion in infrastructure damage

40% of the power grid destroyed

500,000 dead

6 million refugees

And yet, Zelensky’s biggest accomplishment has been his PR tour — chest puffed out in jeans and a T-shirt in the Oval Office, demanding billions more.

Here’s what you won’t hear on CNN:

The first $75 billion U.S. check? It fully funded Ukrainian pensions and gave forgivable loans to Ukrainian businesses.

To date, $350 billion of your tax dollars have gone overseas — that’s about $1,500 per taxpayer.

Meanwhile, Americans face skyrocketing food, housing, and energy costs.

If you’re struggling to pay for groceries, rent, or medicine, ask yourself: why are we funding pensions in Ukraine while families here suffer?

The media and politicians love to keep you afraid of “nuclear war.” But nuclear weapons are nearly 100-year-old technology. They’re less efficient and less devastating compared to modern weapons systems. It’s propaganda — designed to keep Americans silent while the billions keep flowing.

Donald Trump and J.D. Vance are right — America’s leaders should put our people first. Safety, security, and economic stability for citizens should be the government’s #1 job. Instead, Biden and the Democrats have turned Ukraine into a cash pipeline for their green energy agenda, draining Americans while selling fear.

Ukraine’s conflict is complicated, but one truth is simple: this war is not America’s fight. We’ve spent hundreds of billions, propped up foreign pensions, and been fed a steady diet of lies.

It’s time to stop writing blank checks overseas and start putting America first.

Because until our leaders start telling the truth, they’re not just failing Ukraine — they’re failing you.

I’m Andy Parish. I’m right. Deal with it.

As we stepped into 2025, Americans were greeted not with celebration, but with chaos, bloodshed, and a government narrative that simply doesn’t add up. On January 1st, two nearly simultaneous attacks shook New Orleans and Las Vegas. Both involved electric vehicles, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and military veterans with suspicious backgrounds. Yet officials and the media insist there was “no connection.” Do they really think we’re that naïve?

In New Orleans, a former U.S. Army soldier named Jabbar drove an electric Ford truck down Bourbon Street, armed with IEDs and a ballistic vest. His attempt to detonate the explosives failed, but not before he opened fire on police, set fire to his Airbnb, and left 14 dead with 35 more injured. Authorities quickly linked him to ISIS, but brushed aside glaring red flags — including his suspicious travels in 2023 and his prior military service.

Just two hours (and one time zone) away, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The driver, Master Sergeant Matthew Liveless Burger, was a decorated Green Beret with five tours in Afghanistan. Suffering from PTSD and personal turmoil, he weaponized his vehicle and took his own life after the attack. Seven were injured, and dozens more could have been killed.

The kicker? Both men served at Fort Bragg. Both rented electric vehicles through the same app. And both detonated their vehicles with IEDs within 15 minutes of each other. Yet the official story insists these were “isolated incidents.”

The statistical odds of two unrelated car bombings — using electric vehicles, on the same day, by former soldiers from the same base — are essentially zero. These were coordinated attacks. More chillingly, they were likely a trial run for something far worse.

Electric vehicles, especially those with autonomous driving capabilities, are uniquely vulnerable to being weaponized. With simple computer modifications, a terrorist could send a self-driving car loaded with explosives into a crowd — no human needed. This is the future we’re facing if we don’t wake up.

Our government’s obsession with over-classifying information only fuels distrust. Americans have every right to know what happened and why. Instead, we’re fed the same tired script: “no coordination, nothing to see here.” But history tells a different story. Never before have two car bombings occurred in America on the same day, let alone within minutes of each other.

This wasn’t coincidence. This was a warning.

The coordinated electric vehicle bombings of 2025 are a reminder that freedom requires vigilance. Our enemies are innovating — using technology we embrace for convenience against us. And while politicians and media downplay the truth, Americans deserve transparency.

Justice will come for those responsible. But accountability must also come for those in power who failed to prevent it.

Because when lives are lost, when freedom is at stake, silence is not an option.