Derivative Citizenship Before and After the Child Citizenship Act of 2001

Derivative Citizenship Before and After the Child Citizenship Act of 2001

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Fernanda_Reyes / shutterstock.com  Citizenship is one of the most valuable statuses an individual can acquire, offering legal protections, civic rights, and national belonging. In the United States, the primary routes to citizenship are birthright (jus soli), naturalization, and derivative citizenship. While birthright citizenship is conferred automatically to those […]

On National Citizenship Day and Beyond, America is Stronger and Richer Because of Immigrants

On National Citizenship Day and Beyond, America is Stronger and Richer Because of Immigrants

Editorial Credit: Lightspring / shuttertstock.com Washington, DC — An inextricable part of American history is immigration. Welcoming newcomers from all over the world into our communities is a defining characteristic of this nation. Few – if any – nations have the distinction of being known as “a nation of immigrants.” The individuals and families that […]

Biden Proposes Citizenship Path for Undocumented Immigrants

Biden Proposes Citizenship Path for Undocumented Immigrants

Editorial credit: Christopher Penler / Shutterstock.com By Jordan Andrews | MSN President Biden called for a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants already in the US, including those who arrived during his administration. He emphasized the need for documentation and immigration reform, particularly for young DREAMers. Biden said, “Now, it doesn’t address everything I’d like — […]