They were almost American - then Trump cancelled their citizenship ceremonies
Published: 12/15/2025

The Trump administration has cancelled citizenship ceremonies for immigrants from 19 countries under a travel ban, leaving many like Sanam in limbo despite completing the process. This move comes after an Afghan national's attack in Washington DC led to new immigration restrictions, such as reducing work visa validity and pausing asylum claim decisions. Immigrants like Jorge, also affected by the cancellations, express frustration at being generalized alongside those who require deeper scrutiny, emphasizing the need for fairness in the immigration process.



