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Krishnamoorthi rebukes proposal restricting naturalized citizens from federal office

Mace proposed requiring natural-born citizenship for people serving in Congress and several other influential federal roles.

Krishnamoorthi rebukes proposal restricting naturalized citizens from federal office
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi criticized Rep. Nancy Mace’s proposed constitutional amendment to bar naturalized citizens from several federal roles, calling it morally wrong. The proposal would expand natural-born citizenship requirements beyond the presidency and vice presidency.

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South Carolina representative who proposed the amendment

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Illinois representative criticizing the proposed amendment

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Washington representative who criticized the proposal

Ilhan Omar
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Minnesota representative referenced by Mace in defense of the proposal

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Michigan representative referenced by Mace in defense of the proposal

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Nancy Mace Proposes Natural-Born-Citizen Requirement for Federal Officials

Outlets agree Nancy Mace proposed a constitutional amendment restricting naturalized citizens’ eligibility for several federal roles, including Congress. Left-leaning outlets stress criticism of the proposal, including its impact on naturalized lawmakers and possible political costs. Center outlets pair the proposed restrictions with lawmakers’ objections, while varying in how much they include Mace’s rationale. Right-leaning outlets give greater weight to Mace’s rationale and claims about naturalized officials, though some also report criticism.

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