A tougher test, stricter rules and a higher bar: USCIS is reshaping what it takes to become a U.S. citizen under Trump.

Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Joseph Edlow speaks during an interview with the Associated Press at the agency's headquarters Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, in Camp Springs, Md. (AP ...

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has posted a Federal Register notice announcing the implementation of the 2025 naturalization civics test. The 2025 test assesses an alien’s understanding ...

WASHINGTON, D.C.– The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is implementing a new 2025 naturalization civics test as part of a major overhaul of its American citizenship standards. The agency, ...

Immigration advocates pushed back on the change, voicing concern on the updates creating barriers, labeling the move as the Trump administration making citizenship for immigrants and visa holders more ...

CAMP SPRINGS, Md. – A new rule allowing a U.S. immigration agency to scrutinize a person's “anti-American” views when applying for a green card or other benefits isn't designed to target political ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services posted a Federal Register notice announcing implementation of ...