Good catch! (well...in a way. People don't usually speak like lawyers...they don't worry about modifiers)
But, she is a lawyer...a Harvahhhhd lawyer. And she read a prepared speech that dropped a major clue of great value to those who drool at the prospect of challenging his "natural" citizenship (and challenging her as an accomplice).
So, she is either taunting us...or what?
After considering your comment, I think you are right...she is taunting us.
Engineers, scientist and mathematicians do too.
Little details can make the difference between a nice solid bridge and "Galloping Gerty". (Look it up. :) )