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With an election looming, the US is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years

A significant increase in citizenship approvals is occurring as the Biden administration addresses backlogs, impacting the naturalization of new U.S. citizens.
Citizenship applications often rise during election years, especially in California, which has the highest number of eligible lawful permanent residents.

Legal Pathway Opens for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens. Why Are Some Waiting to Apply? | KQED

A new pathway for citizenship is available for undocumented immigrants, but concerns about political implications may cause hesitance in applying.

NJ Activists Brace to Fight Trump Immigration Agenda After Setbacks Under Biden

Biden's administration is expanding ICE activities, contradicting earlier immigration reform commitments, particularly in New Jersey.

Taking My Venezuelan Mom to Vote Reminded Me What's at Stake in America

The process of naturalization fosters a sense of belonging and identity, combining one's heritage with a new American identity.

Premium Content: Living the American dream

The naturalization ceremony on Fire Island marked a historic gathering of new citizens, signifying hope and community support 23 years post-9/11.

With an election looming, the US is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years

A significant increase in citizenship approvals is occurring as the Biden administration addresses backlogs, impacting the naturalization of new U.S. citizens.
Citizenship applications often rise during election years, especially in California, which has the highest number of eligible lawful permanent residents.

Legal Pathway Opens for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens. Why Are Some Waiting to Apply? | KQED

A new pathway for citizenship is available for undocumented immigrants, but concerns about political implications may cause hesitance in applying.

NJ Activists Brace to Fight Trump Immigration Agenda After Setbacks Under Biden

Biden's administration is expanding ICE activities, contradicting earlier immigration reform commitments, particularly in New Jersey.

Taking My Venezuelan Mom to Vote Reminded Me What's at Stake in America

The process of naturalization fosters a sense of belonging and identity, combining one's heritage with a new American identity.

Premium Content: Living the American dream

The naturalization ceremony on Fire Island marked a historic gathering of new citizens, signifying hope and community support 23 years post-9/11.
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7 Investment Hacks for Easy Citizenship & Residency

Golden visa programs provide a pathway to citizenship in exchange for significant investments, but thorough research is essential to navigate potential complications.
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Germany's Syrian community facts and figures DW 12/10/2024

The Syrian refugee situation in Germany is significant, with about 973,000 living there, highlighting ongoing challenges in integration and legal status.

Germany records highest number of naturalizations since 2000 DW 05/28/2024

Around 200,100 people were naturalized as German citizens in 2023, the highest number in a single year since the turn of the millennium.

Germany's Syrian community facts and figures DW 12/10/2024

The Syrian refugee situation in Germany is significant, with about 973,000 living there, highlighting ongoing challenges in integration and legal status.

Germany records highest number of naturalizations since 2000 DW 05/28/2024

Around 200,100 people were naturalized as German citizens in 2023, the highest number in a single year since the turn of the millennium.
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D'Angelo Russell has expressed interest in playing for Lithuania national team

D'Angelo Russell may pursue Lithuanian citizenship to play basketball in the 2028 Olympics, despite existing roster limitations.

Noncitizens Can't Vote - 8 States Just Passed Amendments Forbidding It Anyway

Confusion surrounding voting rights for naturalized citizens and fears about noncitizen voting are impacting state constitutional amendments and broader electoral narratives.
#citizenship

With an election looming, the U.S. is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years

The U.S. is seeing a surge in naturalization ceremonies as immigration authorities process applications faster than in previous years.

Learned Hand's Spirit of Liberty

A hundred and fifty thousand naturalized citizens gathered in Central Park for 'I Am an American Day' eighty years ago, led by Judge Learned Hand in reciting the oath of allegiance.

The Joy of New Americans

Naturalization ceremonies are both routine and emotionally significant, marking the official entry into American citizenship for many.

Worcester rejects petition that would have forced immigrants running for office to show their papers

The Worcester City Council unanimously opposed a petition requiring naturalized citizens to submit paperwork to run for office, labeling it as bigoted and xenophobic.

Inside Germany: Citizenship applications surge, 'Sommerloch' and Spreewald pickles

German cities see a surge in citizenship applications post-change in citizenship rules.

With an election looming, the U.S. is approving citizenship applications at the fastest speed in years

The U.S. is seeing a surge in naturalization ceremonies as immigration authorities process applications faster than in previous years.

Learned Hand's Spirit of Liberty

A hundred and fifty thousand naturalized citizens gathered in Central Park for 'I Am an American Day' eighty years ago, led by Judge Learned Hand in reciting the oath of allegiance.

The Joy of New Americans

Naturalization ceremonies are both routine and emotionally significant, marking the official entry into American citizenship for many.

Worcester rejects petition that would have forced immigrants running for office to show their papers

The Worcester City Council unanimously opposed a petition requiring naturalized citizens to submit paperwork to run for office, labeling it as bigoted and xenophobic.

Inside Germany: Citizenship applications surge, 'Sommerloch' and Spreewald pickles

German cities see a surge in citizenship applications post-change in citizenship rules.
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Here's about how long it takes to become a naturalized U.S. citizen

Naturalization is essential for immigrants to become U.S. citizens, involving a formal acceptance of allegiance to the Constitution.
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Germany's parliament approves easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany.

Can people with a German spouse get faster citizenship under new law?

Germany's new citizenship law allows for faster naturalization, reducing residence requirements for most foreigners from 8 to 5 years and in some cases even 3 years.

'I'll be proud to finally become German': Foreigners react as dual citizenship law passes

Dual citizenship in Germany has been restricted in the past, but a new law now allows dual citizenship for all naturalizing as German.
The reform also reduces the residency requirement for naturalization from eight years to five, and some well-integrated individuals can naturalize after three years.

Germany's parliament approves easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany.

Can people with a German spouse get faster citizenship under new law?

Germany's new citizenship law allows for faster naturalization, reducing residence requirements for most foreigners from 8 to 5 years and in some cases even 3 years.

'I'll be proud to finally become German': Foreigners react as dual citizenship law passes

Dual citizenship in Germany has been restricted in the past, but a new law now allows dual citizenship for all naturalizing as German.
The reform also reduces the residency requirement for naturalization from eight years to five, and some well-integrated individuals can naturalize after three years.
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Germany: Citizenship law could prompt 50,000 Turks to apply DW 01/20/2024

German lawmakers have endorsed a new path to citizenship, allowing more people to gain dual nationality.
The Turkish community in Germany expects 50,000 people with Turkish roots to make naturalization applications in the coming years.

German state: Citizenship applicants must support Israel DW 12/06/2023

The state of Saxony-Anhalt in Germany has implemented a policy requiring individuals seeking naturalization to confirm in writing their recognition of Israel's right to exist and condemnation of any efforts against Israel's existence.
The state's interior minister is urging the other 15 states in Germany to adopt similar rules.
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