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Justice Department Memo Directs U.S. Attorneys to Pursue Revocation of Citizenship for Naturalized Individuals Involved in Crime
In a recent memo issued by the Trump administration, the Justice Department has directed U.S. attorneys to prioritize and aggressively pursue denaturalization proceedings against naturalized American citizens who have committed crimes. The move aims to crack down on criminal activity among those who have obtained U.S. citizenship through fraudulent means or concealed information during the naturalization process.
According to the memo, the Justice Department will focus on revoking citizenship from individuals who pose a danger to national security, including those with ties to terrorism, espionage, or the illegal export of sensitive goods, technology, or information raising national security concerns. The decision comes as part of an effort by the administration to strengthen immigration laws and curb criminal activity among naturalized citizens.
The memo highlights the benefits of denaturalization proceedings, citing the ability to revoke the citizenship of individuals who have committed serious crimes, including war crimes, extrajudicial killings, or other human rights abuses. Furthermore, it aims to remove naturalized criminals, gang members, or any individual convicted of crimes who pose an ongoing threat to the United States.
Additionally, the memo emphasizes the need to initiate civil proceedings to revoke a person’s U.S. citizenship if they either “illegally procured” their naturalization or concealed material facts or provided false information during the process.
It is essential to note that two days after issuing the memo, the Justice Department announced it had secured the denaturalization of a convicted collector and distributor of child sexual abuse material.
This move is expected to have far-reaching consequences for those who have obtained U.S. citizenship through fraudulent means or concealed vital information during the naturalization process.
The administration’s efforts come as part of its broader strategy to strengthen immigration laws and protect national security.
Source: www.foxnews.com
