REAL ID Travel Requirements and Voter Registration Legislation

The federal government's REAL ID travel requirements will take effect, coinciding with legislation to verify only U.S. citizens vote in elections. Some Republicans support cracking down on voter registration. REAL ID compliant IDs have a star to prove higher security standards. Critics argue REAL ID compromises individual liberty and leads to a national ID system.

Deaf immigrant's journey to U.S. citizenship

The story of a deaf immigrant working to become a U.S. citizen.

Jorge Antonio Velez-Lopez's Passport Fraud Case

Jorge Antonio Velez-Lopez, a former archdiocese priest and convicted child molester, received a one-year federal prison sentence for passport fraud. He was naturalized by the court, lost his U.S. citizenship, and was ordered to be removed to Colombia.

President Trump's 'Gold Card' Visa Proposal

President Trump proposes a 'Gold Card' visa for foreign graduates to buy a path to U.S. citizenship by paying $5 million, aiming to raise funds and create jobs. However, the proposal faces opposition due to existing citizenship routes, control by Congress, and concerns about its impact on American workers and innovation.

Impact of the SAVE Act on Voter Registration for Married Women

The proposed SAVE Act may create difficulties for married women and others who have changed their names when registering to vote, as their legal name must match their birth certificate. The bill requires individuals to show documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, which may pose challenges for those with name discrepancies.

Trump administration's 'gold card' visa for wealthy immigrants

Former acting ICE director discusses Trump administration's plan to offer a 'gold card' visa for wealthy immigrants, providing a path to U.S. citizenship for $5 million. Experts suggest the program could bring in job creators, consumers, and revenue for the U.S. economy.

Dual U.S.-Saudi Citizen Jailed in Saudi Arabia

Saad Almadi, a dual U.S.-Saudi citizen, was jailed in Saudi Arabia for social media posts critical of the crown prince, leading to pressure to renounce his American citizenship. The Saudi government denies dual citizenship and has imposed an exit ban preventing Almadi from returning to the U.S. His son is advocating for his father's release.

U.S. Citizenship Approval Rate

The federal government is approving U.S. citizenship requests at the quickest rate in a decade, attributed to clearing backlogs from the pandemic and tighter approval regime under former President Trump. Naturalization efficiency is potentially reshaping the electorate before a pivotal election.