Imagine being a 12-year-old kid, living in a country you've called home your whole life, and suddenly facing the possibility of being deported. That's the reality for one young boy in Alaska, whose father is a US military veteran and a naturalized citizen.

The boy's mother is a Nigerian national, and she and her son moved to the US on a visitor visa. But when they applied for citizenship, authorities raised questions about the boy's parentage. Here's the thing: the boy's father has refused to take a DNA test to prove their relationship.

It's a situation that has left the boy's lawyer, Margaret Stock, feeling frustrated and worried. She says that the government is trying to deport the boy because they can't prove his citizenship. And if they're successful, the boy and his mother could be sent back to their home country.

But here's the thing: there's a lot of evidence that suggests the boy is indeed the son of his father. There are photos, videos, and personal records that show a close relationship between the two. So, why is the government pushing for a DNA test?

The Department of Homeland Security has suggested that the boy and his mother could self-deport and come back to the US through the proper channels. But their lawyer says that's not a viable option for them. They're fighting to prove the boy's citizenship and stay in the country they love.

This case comes at a time when the US Supreme Court is reviewing laws related to birthright citizenship. If the court upholds stricter rules, we could see many more cases like this one, where people are forced to prove their citizenship through DNA tests. It's a scary thought, and the boy's family is hoping for a different outcome.