Trump's largest-ever denaturalization push – 384 targets, 100-200 referrals/month, 15 revocations already; DOJ moves to strip citizenship from 17 naturalized Americans
Key Questions
How many people are targeted in the new denaturalization effort?
The DOJ has identified 384 targets under investigation with 100-200 referrals per month to the department and 15 revocations already completed.
What recent court actions has the DOJ taken?
The DOJ has moved to strip citizenship from 17 naturalized Americans in court proceedings as part of the expanded denaturalization push.
Why are attorneys raising concerns about this effort?
Immigration attorneys and advocacy groups are raising alarms over due process protections and the unprecedented scope of the denaturalization operation compared to prior efforts.
A major escalation in denaturalization enforcement: 384 targets under investigation, 100-200 referrals per month to DOJ, and 15 revocations already completed. This dwarfs previous efforts and poses significant risks for naturalized citizens. Immigration attorneys and advocacy groups are raising alarms about due process and the scope of the operation. New development: DOJ has moved to strip citizenship from 17 naturalized Americans in court actions, reinforcing the broader push.