"Simply put, I want to see the naturalization process returned to where I believe it should have been based on what the Congress has said, based on what the statute says. You know, we're looking for attachment to the Constitution. We're looking for an understanding of the civic responsibility of being a U.S. citizen. We're looking for actual understanding and ability to read and speak and write the English language; and, frankly, this test is just too easy."
"I've had great conversations with adjudicators in the field in various offices, and I don't like what I'm hearing. They're worried, and they're looking forward to it. They're thanking me for doing what I'm doing, which pretty much all this comes down to is: I am declaring war on fraud. I am declaring war on anyone that is coming to this country and wants to get a benefit, but doesn't want the responsibility of what it means to actually be a U.S. citizen."
USCIS intends to increase the difficulty of the naturalization test to better measure attachment to the Constitution and civic responsibility. The agency emphasizes actual understanding and the ability to read, speak, and write English as components of citizenship. The current passing standard requires six correct answers out of ten. The effort is presented as part of a broader campaign to combat fraud and prevent benefits for those unwilling to accept citizenship responsibilities. Field adjudicators reportedly expressed concern about current standards and welcomed a tougher approach. The initiative aligns with the administration's stated anti-fraud priorities.
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