Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

It is worth noting that the Constitution itself states (interpreted as stating) that Constitutional rights only apply to US nationals/citizens (which the Constitution derives powers from) and only those residing within US sovereign jurisdiction.[1][2]

So you are correct, except this was decided at literally the most fundamental level of US governance instead of on Capitol Hill.

Obligatory IANAL.

[1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preamble_to_the_United_States_...

[2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preamble_to_the_United_States_...



Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: