What is the Constitutional status of illegal aliens?

Illegal aliens in the United States are not granted the same constitutional rights as citizens, but they do possess certain protections under the Constitution, particularly under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments. These amendments ensure due process and equal protection under the law, which means that illegal aliens cannot be denied basic legal rights or subjected to discriminatory treatment. However, their ability to access certain benefits and rights, such as voting, is restricted. The Supreme Court has recognized their presence as a matter of public policy, but Immigration enforcement remains a complex and contentious issue.