Remind me… what is the 14th Amendment?
In 1868, the 14th Amendment gave citizenship to all persons “born or naturalized in the United States”—a big deal for formerly enslaved people. It also barred states from denying citizens due process (the government isn't allowed to do whatever they want to you) or equal protection (governments can't discriminate without a good reason). Think back to middle school history: this amendment overturned the Dred Scott decision, which ruled that Black people couldn't claim citizenship under any circumstances.
Citizenship
For all persons “born or naturalized in the United States”
Due process
The government isn’t allowed to do whatever they want to you
Equal protection
Governments can’t discriminate without a good reason
Its vague language has made the 14th one of America's most contested amendments (especially when immigration hits the headlines).