Fresh Immigration Citizenship Exam Unveiled by Trump: Details, Modifications, and Implementation Schedule
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced updates to the citizenship test requirements for applicants seeking naturalization. These changes, effective for applications filed after a certain period, were initially announced on Citizenship Day (September 17).
Under the latest requirements, applicants must answer 12 questions correctly from a pool of 128 to pass the test. However, up to 20 questions may be asked, and the test will pass if 12 questions are answered correctly or 9 are answered incorrectly, whichever happens first.
The test is designed to establish applicants' knowledge and understanding of American history and the principles and form of government of the United States. Examples of questions that may be asked in the test include naming an American Indian tribe and identifying the location of the Statue of Liberty.
Applicants can take the test up to two times, following which they must reapply. Those over 65 years old or those who have been legal permanent residents for over two decades will still only need to answer 10 questions, 6 of which must be answered correctly to pass.
The USCIS emphasizes the importance of English language proficiency, understanding U.S. government, and civics for naturalization. The changes aim to assure that new citizens are fully assimilated and will contribute to America's greatness.
The USCIS spokesperson, Matthew Tragesser, stated that these changes ensure only eligible aliens who fully embrace the nation's values and principles can naturalize. The White House has released a copy of President Trump's updated letter to new citizens, encouraging them to protect, promote, and pass down American history and to safeguard, honor, and respect the Constitution.
It is important to note that these changes mark the first of many, according to the USCIS. The USCIS's changes come amidst Donald Trump's ongoing immigration crackdown. The Federal Office of Justice (Bundesamt für Justiz) initiated the reissue of the citizen examination program for naturalization, including updated questions to better reflect current legal and societal conditions.
Applications filed after this period will be subject to the latest test requirements. The USCIS did not specify the exact date from which the new test requirements will be enforced after the initial 30-day period. The new version of the citizenship test was first introduced by President Trump during his first term but was later reverted back to the 2008 version.
These changes are part of a broader effort to ensure that new citizens are well-equipped to participate fully in American society and democracy. The USCIS aims to foster a sense of pride and responsibility among new citizens, encouraging them to actively contribute to the nation's greatness.
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