Summary
The U.S. government, under President Trump, has cancelled citizenship ceremonies for immigrants from 19 countries affected by a travel ban. This action has left many who were about to become U.S. citizens in a state of uncertainty. The administration cites national security concerns for these measures following a recent shooting incident in Washington D.C.
Key Facts
- Citizenship ceremonies were cancelled for immigrants from 19 countries that are under a travel ban.
- Sanam, an Iranian immigrant living in Oregon, had her ceremony cancelled just two days before it was to occur.
- The administration's decision is part of efforts to tighten immigration rules for these countries.
- The cancellation of ceremonies affects those who had completed all other steps to become U.S. citizens.
- President Trump's administration cited a shooting in Washington D.C. as a reason for the policy changes.
- The administration also sent 500 additional National Guard troops to Washington D.C. and reduced the validity of work visas.
- The New York Immigration Coalition argues the new restrictions endanger immigrants and are essentially a ban.
