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100 people become naturalised U.S. citizens on July 4

Al Jazeera · 14 days ago
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
14 days ago

Over the years, a citizenship ceremony has become part of U.S. Independence Day traditions at Mount Vernon, in the state of Virginia. 100 people from different nations have this year pledged allegiance to the U.S. flag.

Breakdown
  • 100 people from 96 countries became U.S. citizens at a Mount Vernon ceremony. 24s
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger, a naturalized citizen, addressed the new citizens and called immigrants 'action heroes.' 34s
  • New citizens expressed gratitude and optimism about their future in the U.S. 1m 4s
  • The ceremony acknowledged current political divisions but emphasized American resilience. 1m 22s
  • Participants from countries such as Peru, Italy, Cameroon, and Ecuador shared their experiences and hopes. 1m 48s
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