Mullin backs denaturalization for alleged fraud and concealed crimes
Markwayne MullinSecretary of Homeland Security
Mullin endorsed denaturalization in the 17 cases announced by DOJ, arguing that people who lied during immigration proceedings should lose citizenship.
“American citizenship is a privilege, and it must be earned honestly.”
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Is DOJ's expanded denaturalization campaign justified?
DOJ's June 11, 2025 directive made denaturalization an enforcement priority across broad categories. Officials defend the campaign as correcting unlawful naturalization and protecting public safety. Congressional critics argue that its discretion risks political targeting and unequal citizenship. On October 5, 2026, DOJ announced 40 civil lawsuits seeking revocation; the announcement does not establish 40 completed revocations.
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DOJ announced civil complaints alleging that the defendants obtained citizenship unlawfully or by concealing material facts. Mullin said DHS would use lawful avenues to denaturalize and remove people. DOJ said the complaints were allegations and liability had not been determined.
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DOJ announced civil complaints alleging that the defendants obtained citizenship unlawfully or by concealing material facts.
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Mullin said DHS would use lawful avenues to denaturalize and remove people. DOJ said the complaints were allegations and liability had not been determined.
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Why this label?
The reference point is DOJ's expanded denaturalization campaign. Mullin supports pursuing cases involving alleged dishonesty and concealed crimes.
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