Citizenship
Republican senator introduces bill to end dual U.S. dual citizenship
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A bill introduced by Ohio Republican Senator Bernie Moreno would require many Americans with dual citizenship to choose between their U.S. nationality and another. The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 is framed by its supporters as enforcing exclusive loyalty to the United States, while critics warn it would create a tiered system of citizenship and face serious constitutional challenges.
Despite increasing barriers under the Trump administration, hundreds of immigrants became US citizens in January ceremonies in the Washington, D.C. area. These events highlighted joy and relief amid paused applications and cancelled proceedings. Advocates note the process is slowing, yet commitment to inclusion persists.
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Seventeen years ago, a pilot project issued India's first smart national identity cards, but the initiative faded amid evolving citizenship debates. Residents of a Delhi village remember the 'red cards' as unused souvenirs, while current uncertainties surround proof of citizenship. The story highlights the stalled progress toward a national register of citizens.