By: Gabe Ortiz |americasvoice.org This month marks 20 years since the first federal recognition of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, which is observed on September 17 and encourages U.S. citizens to learn about their civic responsibilities. It’s also historically been a day for prospective U.S. citizens to complete the naturalization process, whether it’s submitting their application forms […]
Changes to naturalization civics test better assess applicants’ knowledge of U.S. history and government WASHINGTON: On September 17, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services posted a Federal Register notice announcing implementation of the 2025 naturalization civics test. The 2025 test assesses an alien’s understanding of U.S. history and government in line with the statutory requirement and is one […]
Adriel Orozco | Immigrationimpact.com| Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero / Shutterstock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. “La tierra se secó.” That was my dad’s short explanation for why he left Mexico […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Charles McClintock Wilson / shutterstock.com Introduction: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities for EWI Individuals For individuals who have entered the United States without inspection (EWI), the journey toward legal status and obtaining a green card is complex but not impossible. EWI refers to individuals who cross the U.S. […]
By Americasvoice.org | Editorial Credit: QubixStudio/shutterstock.com Washington, DC — We expect immigration to be a major component of tonight’s presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Below are three key questions followed by related context and resources. What are the specific details of Trump’s plan for the “bloody” and unsparing mass deportation of millions? […]
