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The Trump administration plans to revise the H-1B visa program to favor higher wages and to modify the U.S. citizenship test to make it more challenging, reflecting a broader effort to tighten immigration policies and prioritize economic interests.
Jimmy Kimmel sent writer Blaire Erskine to a Trump rally to quiz MAGA supporters on the U.S. Citizenship Test, revealing their lack of knowledge on basic American civics. The stunt aimed to highlight the disconnect between their beliefs and the true principles of the country, with participants struggling to answer questions about the Constitution and its amendments. This comes amid escalating tensions between Kimmel and Trump, following the late-night host's public criticism of the former president.
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has proposed a U.S. Constitutional amendment to raise the overall voting age to 25, unless younger Americans fulfill at least six months of service in the military or as a first responder, or pass the same citizenship test administered to those seeking to become naturalized citizens. Ramaswamy argues that his proposal can create a sense of shared purpose and responsibility amongst young Americans to become educated citizens and foster civic pride in the next generation. However, changing the U.S. Constitution requires approval by two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of state legislators.