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US actors Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors traveled to Guinea to trace their ancestry through DNA testing and are set to receive Guinean citizenship in a private ceremony, reflecting a broader trend of celebrities reconnecting with African heritage. Their visit includes touring historic sites and participating in cultural events, highlighting Guinea's efforts to promote heritage and investment among the diaspora.
George Clooney moved to France primarily to escape US political tensions and protect his family from paparazzi, while also pursuing interests in wine and privacy laws, and his decision was influenced by his involvement in international legal issues and concerns over US sanctions.
George and Amal Clooney, along with their twins Ella and Alexander, have been granted French citizenship, reflecting their desire to live a more private life in France and raise their children away from Hollywood's spotlight. The Clooneys purchased a property in France in 2021, and Clooney has expressed his interest in learning French, while their residence in southern France allows them to enjoy a quieter lifestyle. The naturalization was officially announced in the French government’s Journal Officiel.
UK opposition leaders are calling for human rights activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah to be stripped of his citizenship and deported due to past social media posts containing violent and antisemitic language, despite his apology and explanations that some tweets were taken out of context. The controversy arises shortly after his return to the UK from Egyptian prisons, with politicians condemning his past remarks and questioning his suitability for UK residency.
The President celebrates National Pledge of Allegiance Day, emphasizing the importance of loyalty to the flag and American values, and highlights efforts to protect the dignity of the flag against desecration, reaffirming national unity and patriotism.
A woman detained by ICE in Wake County, North Carolina, after being moved to a Georgia facility, has been released and returned home, highlighting issues with immigration enforcement and her ongoing legal case for citizenship.
Japan plans to double the required stay for citizenship from five to ten years and add Japanese language proficiency as a condition for permanent residency, with exceptions for contributors; these changes aim to tighten immigration policies and are expected to be implemented soon.
The Trump administration plans to significantly increase efforts to strip naturalized Americans of their citizenship, aiming for 100-200 cases per month in 2026, marking a substantial escalation in denaturalization efforts, which could impact many lawful citizens amid broader immigration crackdowns.
Canada has implemented new rules granting automatic citizenship to children born or adopted abroad to Canadian parents who have a substantial connection to the country, addressing past legal exclusions and stemming from a court ruling that deemed previous laws unconstitutional. The changes could impact around 115,000 people over five years, though some critics express concerns over potential loopholes.
The US has paused all immigration processing and naturalization ceremonies for migrants from 19 countries affected by a travel ban, amid increased immigration restrictions under the Trump administration following a recent shooting incident involving an Afghan national.
A federal judge blocked President Trump's attempt to require proof of citizenship on federal voter registration forms, ruling it unconstitutional and a violation of the separation of powers, with ongoing lawsuits challenging other aspects of Trump's election policies.
A federal judge blocked President Trump's attempt to require proof of U.S. citizenship on federal voting forms, ruling it unconstitutional and a violation of separation of powers, thus preventing the implementation of the measure.
A federal judge blocked President Trump's attempt to require proof of citizenship for federal voter registration, ruling it unconstitutional and emphasizing that election regulation is the responsibility of states and Congress, not the President.
The article discusses the varying power of passports worldwide, highlighting that some citizens enjoy easier travel due to visa-free access, with the US experiencing a decline in passport strength according to Henley & Partners' latest ranking.
Henley & Partners' latest ranking shows that the US passport is becoming less powerful, with citizens facing more visa requirements, highlighting disparities in global travel freedom.