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The Passport Isn’t the Point
Senator John Cornyn claimed the U.S. men’s national soccer team’s success stems from America’s immigration policy, a view that oversimplifies the complex backgrounds of its players. Many, like Folarin Balogun, have connections to other nations, highlighting FIFA’s eligibility rules rather than immigration narratives. The team’s diversity illustrates a broader demographic story, not a policy statement.