citizen
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Omar became a U.S. citizen in 2000, under a law that makes minors eligible for citizenship when their parents are naturalized.
From Slate ● Oct. 13, 2026
Mikula filed a citizen petition in August 2025 proposing the change and it will appear on ballots statewide this November.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
Omar, a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Somalia, has repeatedly denied the allegations.
From Salon ● Oct. 12, 2026
"It doesn't matter whether you are an ordinary citizen or first minister of the country, you have to be subject equally under the law."
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
Some people argue that even if a person isn't a citizen of the United States, he or she should still have rights outlined in the U.S.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
"During my time as Pakistan's central bank governor, I saw firsthand how difficult it can be for countries to balance the needs of the countries' citizens with the needs of the IMF programme," he said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
American citizens living abroad generally remain subject to U.S. tax-filing requirements on worldwide income.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
A local official said the attacks had injured 12 Palestinians, including four dual Palestinian American citizens.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Builders and subcontractors say it will be costly and time-consuming to replace workers like Velazquez with U.S. citizens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
The audience applauded as important citizens, including Amy Post and Reverend Lyman Granger, seated themselves alongside Maggie and Leah as the spirits had directed.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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