An Indian-origin doctor based in San Jose has come under investigation after US lawmakers launched a probe into an alleged birth tourism network. The case has sparked fresh debate around immigration and birthright citizenship policies in the United States.
According to reports, Athiya Javid, an OB-GYN doctor, is among four maternity-related businesses currently being investigated by the Republican-led House Oversight Committee.
US lawmakers reportedly suspect that the clinic may have helped wealthy foreign nationals travel to the United States for childbirth. Authorities believe some clients may have sought US citizenship benefits for their children through such arrangements.
The congressional panel has reportedly requested records linked to client details, marketing strategies, and visa-related communications dating back to 2020. Officials are also examining whether clients were allegedly guided on avoiding additional scrutiny while entering the country.
So far, no criminal charges have been filed against Dr. Athiya Javid. However, the investigation has already gained national attention because of the ongoing political debate surrounding birthright citizenship in America.
Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in ending birthright citizenship since the beginning of his second presidential term. However, the proposal continues to face legal and constitutional hurdles in the United States.
Republican leaders have also intensified criticism of businesses linked to birth tourism. They argue that such operations misuse the American immigration and citizenship system for financial gain.
Reports suggest that US immigration authorities have increased monitoring and investigations into alleged birth tourism networks in recent months. The issue is now becoming a larger part of the national immigration debate in the country.
