Texas Gov. Abbott cracks down on 'birth tourism' schemes

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announces an executive order targeting 'birth tourism,' allowing investigations into schemes promoting birth in Texas for U.S. citizenship. He cites hospitals advertising in Mexico and China.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issues an executive order to combat "birth tourism" in the state, allowing investigations into facilities promoting U.S. citizenship through birth. Abbott highlights instances of hospitals advertising "birth packages" in Mexico and China, stating that state agencies will revoke licenses and the Department of Justice will pursue criminal and civil actions against those involved in such fraudulent activities.