Citizenship should not come with an asterisk

Naturalization is supposed to be the end of a yearslong journey to becoming an American citizen, writes Richard T. Herman, but in the current climate of immigration enforcement, many foreign-born citizens are wondering how much of a shield it can be.

By: Richard T. Herman

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: September 7, 2026

Words: 830

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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Lately, I have been receiving phone calls that an immigration lawyer should rarely receive. They are coming from American citizens.

Some naturalized years ago. They have American passports, vote in American elections, work, pay taxes and raise their families here. Yet they are asking questions that reveal how unsettled some naturalized Americans have become: Could the government take away my citizenship? Could I lose my passport? What happens if immigration agents stop me …

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