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Federal Funds for Citizenship Help Cut in Nevada Over ‘Sanctuary Cities’

Nevada faces new challenges amid the U.S. immigration debate, focusing on sanctuary policies and federal funding. A federal decision aims…

Canada Requests More Time to Keep First-Generation Citizenship Rule

The Canadian government is addressing the "first-generation limit" (FGL) in the Citizenship Act. Introduced in 2009, this rule restricts granting…

Italy Narrows Path to Citizenship Through Family Ties

On March 28, 2025, Italy revamped its citizenship by descent rules. Changes include stricter eligibility criteria, increased application fees, and…

House Republicans Seek to End Birthright Citizenship

In March 2025, U.S. citizenship rights spark heated debate, driven by Republican-led legislative efforts. Key proposals include the Birthright Citizenship…

SC Attorney General Supports Move to End Birthright Citizenship

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14160 to end birthright citizenship for certain groups born in…

Lawmakers Weigh Bill Allowing Women to Pass Citizenship to Husbands

Lawmakers are deliberating a bill to enable women to grant citizenship to foreign husbands, a right currently reserved for men…

The Citizenship Question for Babies Born on Planes

Babies born mid-flight face unique citizenship scenarios, determined by international laws, airline jurisdictions, and the countries flown over. Citizenship usually…

Connecticut Officials Push Back on Trump Order for Voter Citizenship Proof

Connecticut officials oppose President Trump’s March 25, 2025, executive order requiring proof of citizenship to vote, citing concerns over voter…