U.S. President Trump intends to strip Rosie O'Donnell of her American citizenship
The Trump administration has intensified its efforts to strip some Americans of their US citizenship, particularly naturalized citizens who commit serious crimes, following a recent Department of Justice (DOJ) memo. This policy focuses on individuals who have engaged in offenses such as torture, war crimes, human trafficking, and terrorism, as well as those convicted of crimes that pose an ongoing threat to national security.
## Implementation of Denaturalization Policy
The DOJ memo, dated June 11, 2025, grants U.S. attorneys broad discretion to decide when to pursue denaturalization proceedings, focusing on cases that "advance the Administration's policy objectives" and those supported by evidence. Cases involving individuals who "pose a potential danger to national security" are prioritized, but attorneys can also pursue other cases deemed important by the Civil Division.
## Targeted Crimes
Crimes such as torture, war crimes, extrajudicial killings, human rights abuses, and terrorism are specifically highlighted for denaturalization. Additionally, cases involving undisclosed criminal records or procedural errors during naturalization are now under scrutiny.
## Broader Immigration Policies
This policy is part of a broader immigration crackdown by the Trump administration, which includes expanding detention facilities and enforcing stricter immigration laws. The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA) funded by President Trump focuses on enhancing immigration enforcement and detention capacities, further aligning with these efforts.
## Legal Considerations
It is important to note that the executive branch cannot unilaterally revoke citizenship based on political reasons. Denaturalization requires legal proceedings supported by evidence, typically pursued through civil denaturalization proceedings in court.
In a separate development, President Donald Trump has been vocal about revoking the citizenship of individuals he perceives as threats, including comedian Rosie O'Donnell and New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, who was born in Uganda and became a naturalized citizen in 2018. Trump's suggestions have sparked controversy and debate, with many questioning the legality and fairness of such actions.
Rosie O'Donnell, who moved to Ireland after Donald Trump won a second term as president, has been vocal about her disagreements with the president. She described Trump as a "dangerous old soulless man with dementia who lacks empathy, compassion, and basic humanity." In response to Trump's post, O'Donnell wrote on Instagram that the president plans to deport those who stand against his "evil tendencies."
Congresswoman Maxine Waters suggested that Trump should consider deporting Melania Trump, a naturalized citizen born in Slovenia, at a rally in Los Angeles. However, it is unclear whether such a suggestion would be feasible or legal.
This news comes as the Trump administration continues to shape immigration policy, with the focus on stricter enforcement and denaturalization for those who commit serious crimes. The implications of these policies will continue to be a topic of debate and discussion in the coming months.
References: [1] Department of Justice memo, June 11, 2025. [2] White House press release, June 15, 2025. [3] "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA), 2025. [4] U.S. Code, Title 8, Subtitle A, Part IV, Chapter 1424.
The DOJ memo, dated June 11, 2025, outlines a new policy-and-legislation targeting denaturalization of certain Americans, focusing on individuals who have engaged in crimes such as torture, war crimes, and terrorism or those with undisclosed criminal records or procedural errors during naturalization. This denaturalization policy forms part of the broader politics and general-news surrounding the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
In a separate instance, President Trump has expressed his intentions to revoke the citizenship of individuals he perceives as threats, sparking controversy and debate about the legality and fairness of such actions. This continuing saga underlines the significance of policy-and-legislation discussions in shaping immigration policies and garnering national attention in the realm of politics.
