The U.S. launched the largest denaturalisation effort in modern history by moving to strip 40 individuals, including one of Indian origin, of their American citizenship, the Department of Justice said.
“This administration will continue to pursue the largest denaturalisation effort in department history to restore trust and integrity in U.S. citizenship. Our message is clear: the United States will not tolerate deception in the naturalisation process,” Mr. “Fingerprints establish that Singh submitted both applications. Navy sailor convicted of espionage-related offences.
Singh, in 1992, submitted an immigration application under the identity of Balwinder Singh. In 2003, he sought and received permanent resident status under a second identity. In 2009, Singh naturalised under his second identity. Wei enlisted in the Navy in 2021, and by February 2022 had begun conspiring to sell military secrets to China. He became a U.S. citizen in May 2022, under provisions designed to expedite naturalisation for people serving honourably in the U.S. armed forces.
Shumate said. Mr, according to the Department of Justice. The complaint alleges seven counts for his numerous misrepresentations and unlawful acts that adversely reflect his moral character,” the Justice Department said. The department said it was also seeking to revoke the citizenship of Jinchao Wei, a China-born former U.S.
Shumate, of the Justice Department’s Civil Division. The 40 individuals facing denaturalisation actions in multiple U.S. courts have been accused of serious offences, including acting as an agent for a foreign government, committing voluntary manslaughter, and aggravated sodomy against a man with special needs.
“Today’s announcement marks the largest denaturalisation effort in modern history,” Attorney General Todd Blanche said on Monday (October 5, 2026). “Every single one of these individuals lied their way into U.S. citizenship,” said Assistant Attorney General Brett A.
