#citizenship
#citizenship

fromAbove the Law

Citizenship For Sale: Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Seems Designed To Install A Rich Foreign Overclass - Above the Law

American identity centers on self-determination and equal rights, but wealth increasingly influences access to citizenship.

Lopez: Trump's immigration reforms are reshaping the meaning of being American

Trump's immigration policies prioritize the wealthy, creating barriers for poorer immigrants and refugees.

fromThe Nation

Is Donald Trump About to Launch a Denaturalization Purge?

The Trump administration previously pursued denaturalization selectively, but signals indicate a potential broadening of this approach in a second term.

Black Lives Matter

fromSlate Magazine

Trump Is Talking About Finding Ways to Send U.S. Citizens to Salvadoran Prison

The Trump administration is considering denaturalizing U.S. citizens, expanding its immigration enforcement efforts beyond undocumented immigrants.

Miscellaneous

Starmer union ally joins opposition to rules barring citizenship for small boat refugees

fromAbove the Law

Citizenship For Sale: Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Seems Designed To Install A Rich Foreign Overclass - Above the Law

American identity centers on self-determination and equal rights, but wealth increasingly influences access to citizenship.

Lopez: Trump's immigration reforms are reshaping the meaning of being American

Trump's immigration policies prioritize the wealthy, creating barriers for poorer immigrants and refugees.

fromThe Nation

Is Donald Trump About to Launch a Denaturalization Purge?

The Trump administration previously pursued denaturalization selectively, but signals indicate a potential broadening of this approach in a second term.

Black Lives Matter

fromSlate Magazine

Trump Is Talking About Finding Ways to Send U.S. Citizens to Salvadoran Prison

The Trump administration is considering denaturalizing U.S. citizens, expanding its immigration enforcement efforts beyond undocumented immigrants.

Miscellaneous

Starmer union ally joins opposition to rules barring citizenship for small boat refugees

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#berlin

Germany politics

Why more than 1,600 Berliners sued the citizenship office last year

In 2024, Berlin saw a dramatic increase in legal complaints against immigration authorities regarding citizenship application delays.

3 weeks ago

Germany news

Berlin citizenship offices to offer drop-in appointments on May 14th

Germany politics

Why more than 1,600 Berliners sued the citizenship office last year

In 2024, Berlin saw a dramatic increase in legal complaints against immigration authorities regarding citizenship application delays.

3 weeks ago

Germany news

Berlin citizenship offices to offer drop-in appointments on May 14th

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

Golden passport schemes for wealthy foreign investors violate EU law, ruling from the EU's Court of Justice.

Malta's citizenship-for-investment scheme faces legal challenge and must comply with EU standards.

Europe news

EU top court rules Malta's 'golden passport' scheme illegal DW 04/29/2025

Malta's citizenship program violates EU law, as ruled by the European Court of Justice.

UK news

Malta's golden passport' scheme ruled to be illegal by EU's top court

UK news

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

UK news

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

4 weeks ago

UK news

EU citizenship no longer for sale DW 05/04/2025

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

Golden passport schemes for wealthy foreign investors violate EU law, ruling from the EU's Court of Justice.

Malta's citizenship-for-investment scheme faces legal challenge and must comply with EU standards.

Europe news

EU top court rules Malta's 'golden passport' scheme illegal DW 04/29/2025

Malta's citizenship program violates EU law, as ruled by the European Court of Justice.

UK news

Malta's golden passport' scheme ruled to be illegal by EU's top court

UK news

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

UK news

EU court rules 'golden passport' schemes for rich investors are illegal

4 weeks ago

UK news

EU citizenship no longer for sale DW 05/04/2025

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Taiwan cracks down on holders of Chinese ID amid fears over propaganda and espionage

The current crackdown on Chinese ID holders in Taiwan has generated a heated debate about the implications for identity and national security amidst fears of Chinese influence.

Left-wing politics

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language proficiency is increasingly required for residency and citizenship in several European countries, driven by nationalism.

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language requirements for residence and citizenship reflect rising nationalism across Europe and the U.S.

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language requirements for residency and citizenship are increasing due to rising nationalism, linking language with national identity.

Many European countries are introducing stricter language policies for residence and citizenship, reflecting a trend influenced by nationalist sentiments.

How idea of stripping citizenship for crimes spread across Europe

Countries are increasingly linking citizenship revocation to crime, echoing a trend towards 'earned citizenship' which risks marginalizing communities.

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language proficiency is increasingly required for residency and citizenship in several European countries, driven by nationalism.

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language requirements for residence and citizenship reflect rising nationalism across Europe and the U.S.

'Social glue': Why it's no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Language requirements for residency and citizenship are increasing due to rising nationalism, linking language with national identity.

Many European countries are introducing stricter language policies for residence and citizenship, reflecting a trend influenced by nationalist sentiments.

How idea of stripping citizenship for crimes spread across Europe

Countries are increasingly linking citizenship revocation to crime, echoing a trend towards 'earned citizenship' which risks marginalizing communities.

more#nationalism

#rosie-odonnell

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Rosie O'Donnell reveals she's left America and moved to Ireland after Trump election win

Rosie O'Donnell has relocated to Ireland with her child, citing political chaos in the US as a significant factor for her move.

Rosie O'Donnell on Ireland, Trump and Her New Hulu Documentary

Rosie O'Donnell has relocated to Ireland as part of a personal commitment following the 2020 election results.

fromwww.mediaite.com

US politics

We Have a Great Trump Property in Ireland!' Fox's Lara Trump Needles Rosie O'Donnell Over Move to the Emerald Isle

fromIrish Independent

UK news

Rosie O'Donnell to appear on Late Late Show after Trump roasts her during White House meeting with Taoiseach

US politics

Rosie O'Donnell Reveals How Her Therapist Inspired Her Move to Ireland-as She Opens Up About Her New Life Abroad

NYC real estate

Rosie O'Donnell Reveals She Has Quit the U.S. and Moved to Ireland in the Wake of Donald Trump's Election Win

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Rosie O'Donnell reveals she's left America and moved to Ireland after Trump election win

Rosie O'Donnell has relocated to Ireland with her child, citing political chaos in the US as a significant factor for her move.

Rosie O'Donnell on Ireland, Trump and Her New Hulu Documentary

Rosie O'Donnell has relocated to Ireland as part of a personal commitment following the 2020 election results.

fromwww.mediaite.com

US politics

We Have a Great Trump Property in Ireland!' Fox's Lara Trump Needles Rosie O'Donnell Over Move to the Emerald Isle

fromIrish Independent

UK news

Rosie O'Donnell to appear on Late Late Show after Trump roasts her during White House meeting with Taoiseach

US politics

Rosie O'Donnell Reveals How Her Therapist Inspired Her Move to Ireland-as She Opens Up About Her New Life Abroad

NYC real estate

Rosie O'Donnell Reveals She Has Quit the U.S. and Moved to Ireland in the Wake of Donald Trump's Election Win

US Elections

Neil Young's US citizenship process was slowed by Trump admin, Daryl Hannah claims

fromNew York Post

US politics

Actress Darryl Hannah claims first Trump administration tried 'every trick' to mess up hubby Neil Young while applying for citizenship: report

fromConsequence

US Elections

Neil Young's US citizenship process was slowed by Trump admin, Daryl Hannah claims

fromNew York Post

US politics

Actress Darryl Hannah claims first Trump administration tried 'every trick' to mess up hubby Neil Young while applying for citizenship: report

America and Its Universities Need a New Social Contract

U.S. education funding prioritizes STEM over citizenship; universities must adapt to serve both society and themselves.

Letters: Democrats are out of touch on trans athletes

The decision to move naturalization ceremonies to a parking lot reflects a disinterest in honoring the dignity of new citizens and their vital contributions.

SF politics

fromABC7 San Francisco

South bay citizenship ceremonies moved to parking lot after feds cut Campbell theater contract

Effective immediately, citizenship ceremonies will no longer be held at the Heritage Theater in Campbell, following the cancellation of USCIS's contract.

San Francisco

US Elections

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Why are so many Americans applying for second passports?

Demand for second passports among Americans is surging due to political and economic uncertainty.

Black Lives Matter

Mathews: We Americans are all undocumented now

American citizenship and rights are now seen as provisional, impacted by current leadership actions.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainians living in occupied regions with no 'legal status' told to leave their homes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Putin's decree threatens eviction for Ukrainians in occupied regions without legal status unless they become Russian citizens by September 2025.

Which countries in Europe grant the most citizenships to foreign residents?

EU countries granted over 1 million citizenships in 2023, reflecting a notable increase in naturalisations compared to 2022.

More than 120,000 Brits naturalised in European countries since Brexit vote

Over 110,000 Britons naturalised in EU countries from 2016 to 2023, largely as a consequence of Brexit.

More than 120,000 Brits naturalised in European countries since Brexit vote

Brexit has led to a significant increase in British citizens naturalising in EU countries, especially Germany and France.

Which countries in Europe grant the most citizenships to foreign residents?

EU countries granted over 1 million citizenships in 2023, reflecting a notable increase in naturalisations compared to 2022.

More than 120,000 Brits naturalised in European countries since Brexit vote

Over 110,000 Britons naturalised in EU countries from 2016 to 2023, largely as a consequence of Brexit.

More than 120,000 Brits naturalised in European countries since Brexit vote

Brexit has led to a significant increase in British citizens naturalising in EU countries, especially Germany and France.

Trump Offers South African Farmers Expedited Citizenship

Trump's citizenship offer to South African farmers reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and South Africa.

fromIntelligencer

Trump Was Always Going to Betray Veterans

Military service assures citizenship in a satirical fascist regime, echoing real-world issues regarding veteran benefits and political rhetoric.

Portland

fromPortlandTribune.com

Oregon resumes automatic voter registration, paused for months because of DMV errors

Oregon's automatic voter registration program resumes after addressing registration errors involving non-citizens.

#home-office

Denying citizenship to refugees is cruel | Letter

David Blunkett opposes Home Office rules that could deny citizenship to refugees, highlighting the significance of citizenship ceremonies.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK asylum claims hit highest level since 1979

Asylum claims in the UK have reached record levels, highlighting increasing pressures on the immigration system.

Denying citizenship to refugees is cruel | Letter

David Blunkett opposes Home Office rules that could deny citizenship to refugees, highlighting the significance of citizenship ceremonies.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK asylum claims hit highest level since 1979

Asylum claims in the UK have reached record levels, highlighting increasing pressures on the immigration system.

more#home-office

Nauru sells citizenship to help save it from sinking

Nauru is selling citizenship to finance relocation due to climate change.

The scheme aims to ensure a sustainable future for the island's residents.

US news

Trump Plans Gold Card' Alternative to Green Cards for High Level People'

Trump's gold card visa program aims to attract wealthy individuals and create jobs, priced at $5 million.

Over 230,000 Sign Petition Calling for Elon Musk's Canadian Citizenship to Be Revoked

Musk faces a petition from Canadians to revoke his citizenship over alleged threats to national sovereignty.

fromWashington Post

More than 230,000 Canadians sign petition to revoke Musk's citizenship

A petition with over 230,000 signatures seeks to revoke Elon Musk's citizenship due to accusations of undermining Canadian sovereignty.

More than 150,000 Canadians sign petition to revoke Musk's citizenship

Over 150,000 Canadians seek to revoke Elon Musk's citizenship for his alliance with Donald Trump, citing threats against Canadian sovereignty.

Over 230,000 Sign Petition Calling for Elon Musk's Canadian Citizenship to Be Revoked

Musk faces a petition from Canadians to revoke his citizenship over alleged threats to national sovereignty.

fromWashington Post

More than 230,000 Canadians sign petition to revoke Musk's citizenship

A petition with over 230,000 signatures seeks to revoke Elon Musk's citizenship due to accusations of undermining Canadian sovereignty.

More than 150,000 Canadians sign petition to revoke Musk's citizenship

Over 150,000 Canadians seek to revoke Elon Musk's citizenship for his alliance with Donald Trump, citing threats against Canadian sovereignty.

more#elon-musk