The process of becoming a U.S. citizen is primarily governed by the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), not a specific constitutional amendment. However, the 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, is significant as it grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, ensuring equal protection under the law. This amendment has been crucial in defining citizenship rights in the U.S.
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