DHS ending participation in naturalization ceremonies in sanctuary jurisdictions
- The Department of Homeland Security is ending naturalization ceremonies in sanctuary jurisdictions, leading to the cancellation of all contracts for such events at city-owned venues like Heritage Theatre in Campbell.
- Tony Clark, who was scheduled to take his citizenship oath at the Heritage Theatre, will now do so in the parking lot of the USCIS San Jose field office.
- Mayor Sergio Lopez expressed concerns from residents about the abrupt cancellation, stating that it reflects poorly on the federal administration.
- U.S. Representative Zoe Lofgren confirmed that ceremonies will occur monthly in the parking lot, highlighting the loss of community significance associated with the original venue.
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DHS ending participation in naturalization ceremonies in sanctuary jurisdictions
close Video Trump administration deports 17 illegal aliens to El Salvador Fox News correspondent Bill Melugin has the latest on the alleged gang members deported to El Salvador on ‘America Reports.’ The Department of Homeland Security will no longer participate in naturalization ceremonies in state, county, and city venues in localities that have adopted sanctuary policies, which limit local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigr…
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